When young people are given a meaningful role in their activities, they learn conflict resolution, communication, and responsibility. How much “say” do youth have in your organization’s programs? Are there ways that your organization’s priorities could be better met with some adjustments in how young people participate?
Use the questions in this reflection tool to spur discussions with your coworkers, volunteers, and young people. The results of your intentionality will be evident as youth grow into workforce-ready, engaged adults.
Contact Diana at Sheboygan County Extension for more discussion and support in using the ladder of youth participation in your organization.
Email: Diana.Hammer@wisc.edu