Whether your program is large or small, you can integrate research-based practices to make it more effective and to help youth thrive. Discover resources, research briefs, practical guides and custom training we offer on foundations of youth development.
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Program design and evaluation
Program evaluation, designing for social and emotional learning, program quality and design
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Supportive relationships and environment
Basic youth needs, dealing with conflict, program quality and more
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Youth leadership and voice
Cross-age teaching, global citizenship, youth teaching youth, youth-adult partnerships
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Youth learning and skills
Individual lessons and curricula on social and emotional skills, healthy living, college readiness, STEM and more
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Equity, culture and identity
Inclusive programs for LGBTQ+, special needs, immigrant and all youth
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Building youth resilience
Dealing with rural stress, childhood trauma and more
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Youth program management
Leading a program, dilemmas in youth work, managing volunteers and teams, growing your program
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Family and community engagement
Public engagement strategies, partnering for school success