2017
This guide provides a developmental and practical introduction to understanding youth work from the perspective of positive community youth development. It is grounded in the view that young people are a vital resource for development and potential leaders of social change—not merely a target group for services or programs.
The guide focuses on helping youth workers understand the developmental characteristics of adolescents and young people, their needs and rights, and the factors that shape their behaviors and attitudes. This enables them to design programs and initiatives that are more responsive to young people’s realities and diversity. It also outlines approaches to youth work, the roles of those who work with youth, and the foundations for building supportive, safe, and motivating environments that encourage participation and belonging.
This guide serves as an important reference for anyone seeking to strengthen professional practice in youth work and transition from traditional methods to participatory approaches that empower young people to contribute effectively to the development of their communities and the building of their future.
Target Audience:
Youth workers in youth clubs, centers, and associations
Student activity supervisors in schools and universities
Trainers and facilitators in the youth field
Social work students and youth work specialization students
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