The Field of Youth Work


Quick Takes Blog Celebrating Women Who Transformed Youth Work

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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Quick Takes Blog Connecting Youth Work and Community Organizing

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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Quick Takes Blog Optimism is a Powerful Antidote for the Fear of Change

Optimism is a Powerful Antidote for the Fear of Change

Optimism is a mix of hopefulness and confidence that things will work out. But how can you stay optimistic with so much change happening all the time? While it’s normal...
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Quick Takes Blog Helping Young People Navigate a Toxic Political Environment

Helping Young People Navigate a Toxic Political Environment

The political environment today isn’t just divisive—it’s toxic! For young people, this can be overwhelming. As a youth worker, you play a critical role in helping them navigate this battleground...
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Quick Takes Blog Leadership Development for Hispanic and Latin Young People

Leadership Development for Hispanic and Latin Young People

Leadership is the ability of a person to inspire and guide others towards a common vision. Good leadership brings about positive change in a community. So, empowering Latin and Hispanic...
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Quick Takes Blog International Youth Day 2024: Celebrating Youth and YOU-nity

International Youth Day 2024: Celebrating Youth and YOU-nity

International Youth Day fills my heart with joy and gratitude. As we celebrate this special day, let’s recognize our incredible young people who inspire us with their resilience, creativity, and...
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Quick Takes Blog A Growth Mindset is the Key to Success for Youth Workers

A Growth Mindset is the Key to Success for Youth Workers

A growth mindset is a key factor that significantly impacts your effectiveness as a youth worker. Developing a growth mindset will make a huge difference in your ability to empower...
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Quick Takes Blog Motivation Micro Steps Make a Big Difference

Motivation Micro Steps Make a Big Difference

Motivation ebbs and flows. It’s not a constant force for anyone. People often think motivation is something you either have or you don’t. But because motivation is not a psychological...
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Quick Takes Blog Spring Inspiration for Youth Workers

Spring Inspiration for Youth Workers

Spring represents a time of change, new growth and hope. The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, and the sun is shining bright again. And I want to share...
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The Role Of Training In Building A Stronger Field Of Youth Work

Exceptional training for youth workers is a necessity to ensure that those who support young people have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be effective youth workers. Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned professional, ongoing professional development for youth workers is essential to sustain your impact and adapt to the evolving needs of the youth you serve.

Professional Training Matters

Our accessible youth worker training provides youth work professionals with practical knowledge, enhancing both their skills and their confidence to instill hope in young people. From working with at-risk youth training that focuses on helping young people who have experienced trauma to working with young people training to better understand youth development, our training courses foster competence and compassion.

Through targeted youth support worker training like working with at risk youth training, professionals gain tools to identify and address critical issues like adverse childhood experiences, homelessness, or substance abuse. ... Read more