Art & Science of Youth Work
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Digital Wellbeing 101 for Youth Work Professionals
Technology and personal devices have myriad benefits. That is clear. We also know that device use is negatively impacting the wellbeing and learning of young people. It’s time for a...
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Fostering Emotional Intelligence in Young People
Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage emotions in a healthy way. It helps young people build strong relationships, make wise choices, and handle life’s challenges. As a...
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Media Fatigue and Staying Balanced for Yourself and Young People
Media fatigue is becoming common in the youth work field. It’s important to stay informed but constant media exposure can cause burnout. For youth workers, this exhaustion affects both personal...
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Celebrating Women Who Transformed Youth Work
Women have long led the way in youth work, driving advocacy, policy, and community change. Their history shapes our present and guides how we support young people today. In honor...
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Body Image and Identity: Shaping Confidence in Young People
Body image plays a critical role in young people’s mental and emotional well-being. Social media portrayals of unrealistic beauty standards abound. As a result, many young people struggle with self-esteem...
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Black History Month Call to Action
Black History Month 2025 feels especially crucial. It’s a time to reflect on the ongoing struggles for racial justice and equality that continue to shape our societies. This year, however,...
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Kintsugi Mindset to Inspire Your Youth Work
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, turning cracks and imperfections into wonderful masterpieces. This philosophy of bringing beauty out of brokenness holds profound meaning when...
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Connecting Youth Work and Community Organizing
Connecting community organizing principles with youth work can ensure a lasting impact by empowering leadership in youth workers. This approach helps them build skills necessary to foster youth leadership, ensuring...
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Human Rights Day: Celebrating with Young People
Human Rights Day is celebrated around the world. Every year on December 10 this special day recognizes and honors the basic rights every person should have. No matter who they...
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