Art & Science of Youth Work
Live & Recorded Course
Youth DO Have Rights!
Youth need you to be the strongest ally you can be. Equipping yourself with basic knowledge of the rights of youth helps build stronger bonds of trust. By helping youth...
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Live & Recorded Course
How You and Your Organization Can Manage Burnout and Secondary Trauma
It’s not unusual for youth workers to encounter young people who have been exposed to trauma. But many youth workers are not aware of the risks of secondary trauma they...
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Live & Recorded Course
Social Activism in Youth Work
As a youth worker, you have an important role to play in determining the social policies and funding for youth-serving organizations.
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Live & Recorded Course
Youth Legislative Advocacy 101
Empower yourself as a youth work advocate! Many youth lack essential support due to underfunding and inadequate policies. This training, though specific to Minnesota, provides fundamental advocacy skills applicable anywhere.
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Live & Recorded Course
Empowering Youth Self-Advocacy
A skilled youth worker recognizes the potential youth have and understands their innate resilience. Encouraging a youth to take the lead can create safe, supportive spaces in your program to...
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Quick Takes Blog
Honoring AANHPI Culture Through Youth
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. We recognize the deep beauty, strength, and creativity of these cultures. And the incredible ways young people are...
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Interview Style Course
Life Space Crisis Intervention in Youth Work
When the young people you work with exhibit challenging behaviors it can be hard to know what to do in the moment. With Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI), you can...
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Interview Style Course
The Power of Relationships in Youth Work
Establishing trusting relationships is essential in youth work. You need to keep the purpose of your relationships in mind.
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Interview Style Course
Self-Awareness for Youth Workers
Your personal experiences influence your ability to be an effective youth worker. You are always evolving and growing so self-awareness needs to be a top priority.
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