Art & Science of Youth Work


Quick Takes Blog How to Address Secondary Trauma

How to Address Secondary Trauma

Secondary trauma is a natural but disruptive result of working with people who have been traumatized. Therefore, your work with young people makes you vulnerable to this type of stress....
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Quick Takes Blog Caregiver Engagement in Youth Work

Caregiver Engagement in Youth Work

Caregiver engagement positively impacts young people and the systems around them. Whether it’s parents or different caregivers, sometimes engagement can be tough. But you can do it! Here are some...
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Quick Takes Blog How to Recognize Youth Mental Illness

How to Recognize Youth Mental Illness

Knowing how to recognize the red flags of youth mental illness may save a life. As a youth worker, you must be on alert for signs that something isn’t right....
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Quick Takes Blog Exercise Your Power of Choice!

Exercise Your Power of Choice!

Sometimes, the stress of daily life can make you forget that you have the power of choice. The COVID pandemic magnified that to a whole other level. So, this is...
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Quick Takes Blog Youth Mental Health: Reduce the Stigma

Youth Mental Health: Reduce the Stigma

Youth mental health matters. Are you doing enough to notice and offer help? If not, I hope this quick take will stir you to learn more and take action. Because...
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Quick Takes Blog Empathy and Social Activism in Youth Work

Empathy and Social Activism in Youth Work

Empathy is a key component of all social activism. After all, you have to be able to relate in some manner to the cause or people you are championing. The...
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Quick Takes Blog Pride is a Banner for Belonging

Pride is a Banner for Belonging

Pride – LGBTQ Pride Month – is celebrated in June each year to commemorate the June 1969 Stonewall riots. That historic uprising is seen as the beginning of the movement...
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Quick Takes Blog Power Dynamics in Youth Work

Power Dynamics in Youth Work

Power dynamics in youth work are inherent. Understanding what they are and what you should do about them is important. Are you fully aware of how to manage your power...
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Quick Takes Blog Poetry in Youth Work

Poetry in Youth Work

Poetry is a lot like youth work. Just like youth work, it’s an art form that has the awesome power to change lives. It’s a language that builds connections and...
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