Social Competencies Internal Assets Factors that surround youth to help them grow up healthy Families Community Organizations LB branches, youth clubs agencies, ect. Schools Congregations 1.
Youth are assertive in standing up for what they believe.
Model appropriate assertiveness in standing up for what you believe. Give opportunities for youth to act on their values and beliefs. Teach the difference between assertiveness and aggression. Give youth opportunities to express their beliefs-even if they are not well formed. Let young people make decisions in programs and special projects.