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CanTeam brings people together to enjoy a meal, talk and engage with their community. We were glad to be involved in an event that helped families spend time together.
We became more confident speaking to people we did not know. Between us, we developed skills in speeches, photography, serving food, teamwork and understanding how different roles contribute to the whole event.
Our advice is to be open and try things that feel uncomfortable. Not everything can be done alone, and teamwork matters. It was fun, worthwhile and helped us make new friends.
I went from being unable to speak to strangers to being more comfortable and actually enjoying talking to others.
Dillon, Thomas, Shay and Leland, North Durham Academy