Clothing is part of our lives from moments after birth, through everyday life, special occasions and landmark events. Clothing keeps us safe, warm, protects our skin, holds memories and shapes our identity. Clothing speaks of our ideas, our cultures, our way of life, our gender identity and what is happening in our world.

Wayfinders students produced this Survival Gear Guide that provided advice, anecdotes,and tips on how to stay safe and survive the teenage experience in Winnipeg. Each chapter is illustrated with altered items of used clothing, exploring issues related to the safety and survival of the teen experience.

Cornelius managed this project. The students altered recycled clothing which referenced wisdom, advice and stories gathered from others and their personal research and experience.