Download - Engaged Youth
Engaged Youth
Stacey Daraio, Deputy DirectorCommunity Network for Youth Development
Engaged Youth: Definition
Participation/Connection Passion/Commitment Voice/Input Collective Action/Shared
Leadership
Audience Survey
• How important do you think having engaged youth in our programs, schools and communities is?
A. Extremely importantB. ImportantC. Somewhat importantD. Not at all important
Reflective Question
• If we agree about the importance of youth engagement—then why don’t we see it happening in every program, school or community we visit?
Catalyzing Change
Catalyzing Change
Catalyzing Change
Measuring and Moving Outcomes That Matter
STEP 1: Measure supports & opportunities
Percent of Participantsat Optimal Levels
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Relationships Safety YouthInvolvement
Skill Building CommunityInvolvement
Measuring and Moving Outcomes That Matter
STEP 1: Measure supports & opportunities
STEP 2: Set targets
Measuring and Moving Outcomes That Matter
STEP 1: Measure supports & opportunities
STEP 2: Set targets
Measuring and Moving Outcomes That Matter
STEP 1: Measure supports & opportunities
STEP 2: Set targets
STEP 3:Assess & strengthen organizational characteristics
Measuring and Moving Outcomes That Matter
STEP 1: Measure supports & opportunities
STEP 2: Set targets
STEP 3:Assess & strengthen organizational characteristics
STEP 4:Reassess supports & opportunities
Catalyzing Change
Catalyzing Change
Quality Practice
Summary
• Engaged youth lead to an engaged citizenry
• There is evidence that it CAN be done• Change takes place at all levels: With
Youth, With Youth Workers, and With Organizational Leaders and Policies
