Although parents may influence a young person's values most, other people can have a significant impact, too. Teachers, neighbors, relatives, coaches, Scout leaders and school bus drivers all can make a difference.
Adults can influence other adults, too.
The 60-minute program is available to local AAL branches to present to their members, organizations, congregations and communities. The new AAL branch program focuses on basic values, ways that good character develops and actions that people can take in their daily lives to encourage positive traits, such as responsibility, respect and reverence. It shows how her attitudes and actions are influenced by others. Group discussions will help participants reflect on their own lives, recall people who have influenced their values and think of people they themselves can influence in positive ways. When a photo is mounted in it, the frame can serve as a reminder of the person or people whose values are influenced by the program participant.