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Youth Civic Engagement & Leadership
Developed by ChildFund International, this manual provides an extensive overview of youth civic engagement literature and concepts as well as provides case studies in two international programs. The manual also provides resources and activities which youth professionals can use when implementing civic engagement and leadership at their programs.
The Medicine Chest
The Medicine Chest is a compilation of multidisciplinary, standards based lessons and background information on how the improper disposal of unwanted medicines can be harmful to people, pets, and the environment. Through use of this instructional resource, students will serve as “agents for change” providing useful information about medicine disposal to family members and various community sectors. Can be used in more informal educational settings, such as after-school clubs or after-school programs.
Youth Leadership Initiative
The Youth Leadership Initiative at the University of Virginia Center for Politics is dedicated to increasing civic engagement by providing teachers with the best civics education materials and programs. This website provides free, fully downloadable lesson plans, games and other resources to use with youth to understand and participate in democratic institutions.
Making it Work. A Guide to Successful Youth-Adult Partnerships
A practical guide to establishing and maintaining youth-adult partnerships.
Youth-Adult Partnership Rubric
A rubric and tool for assessing the level of youth-adult partnerships at a range of levels and dimensions.
Creative Ways to
Solicit Youth Input
This guide provides strategies and suggestions for how to gather youth input for program improvement efforts.
