Art & Science of Youth Work
Quick Takes Blog
Why Today’s Young People Need Us To Respond Differently
Young people today interact with screens more than any previous generation has. Youth workers need to be aware of both the benefits and challenges to help youth navigate this new...
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Live & Recorded Course
Recognizing Domestic Violence and Responding with Care
Many young people are impacted by domestic violence, whether they experience it directly or witness it at home. Its effects can show up in their behavior, relationships, triggers, and sense...
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Interview Style Course
Teens, Screens, and the Science of Adolescence
Young people are growing up in a digital world filled with both extraordinary possibilities and serious risks. As a youth worker, you play a vital role in supporting their healthy...
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Quick Takes Blog
Why Celebration Matters in Youth Work
Youth workers are some of the most dedicated people in our communities. You show up every day to guide, teach, and support young people, even when the work is exhausting...
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Actively Listen to Strengthen Trust
Listening is one of the most powerful ways you can build trust with young people, yet it is also one of the hardest skills to practice with intention. Your mind...
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Replacing Reactions with Responses
When strong emotions take over, it’s easy for young people to react quickly without thinking, saying or doing things they might regret later. These automatic reactions often come from frustration,...
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Quick Takes Blog
The Courage to Keep Hoping in Hard Seasons
Hope can feel far away when life feels heavy. Days can seem long, and challenges may feel endless. Sometimes it feels like your effort is not making a difference. But...
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Quick Takes Blog
Restorative Justice Rooted in Indigenous Wisdom
Restorative Justice isn’t just an approach; it’s a way of healing that has guided communities for generations. Rooted in Indigenous beliefs about balance, respect, and belonging, it reminds us that...
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Staying Steady When Behavior Escalates
The way you respond when a young person’s behavior begins to escalate can shape the entire outcome of the moment.
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