Both youth and adults have contributions to make, and by working together, they can address challenges more effectively. Working as partners with adults on YAR boards, youth gain experience in grantmaking, community activism, and civic engagement. A youth and adult training team will conduct this workshop using experiential design and training methodologies. WI Presented by the Center for Youth as Resources.
Early registration is recommended.
Participants will be provided with skill-building opportunities, enabling them to set YAR ideals and programs in motion in their local communities. Learn how youth are empowered to work as partners with adults in making positive contributions to their communities. This conference provides opportunities for representatives of YAR programs from across the country and beyond to meet each other, share ideas and experiences, build new skills through training, network with partners from other youth development organizations, learn more about the national youth development movement and the role organizations can play in advancing youth voice in policy making. Includes a visit to Capitol Hill. Both youth and adults have contributions to make, and by working together, they can address challenges more effectively.