Positive Youth Development

Understand positive youth development (PYD) frameworks, features of successful PYD programs, and ways to bridge these strategies into classrooms, programs, camps, and other learning environments.

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Course Overview 2 Topics

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Connecting With Your WHY

Baseline Knowledge Check | Positive Youth Development

What Is PYD and Why Does It Matter? 1 Topic

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PYD Works!

Youth Voice | CBO Spotlight

Where Did PYD Come From? 1 Topic

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Where Are We Today? PYD Protective Factors

Why PYD Matters: Evidence That PYD Improves Youth Outcomes

Introduction

40 Developmental Assets Across Eight Broad Areas of Human Development

Lerner’s 6Cs

Social-Emotional Learning

From PYD to SJYD

Getting Your Team on Board

Let’s Take a Breath Break

Strategies Aligned to the PYD Equation

Strategy #1: Cultivate Positive, Asset-Based Assumptions 3 Topics

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Step 1: Check your mindset.

Step 2: Develop asset-based language.

Step 3: During planning and learning experiences, start with questions rather than assertions, and look for points of intersection.

Strategy #2: Create a Safe, Inclusive Learning Environment 1 Topic

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Spotlight: Creating Inclusive Spaces for LGBTQ+ Youth

Strategy #3: Foster a Sense of Belonging

Strategy #4: Provide Meaningful Opportunities for Youth Voice + Choice

Strategy #5: Build Healthy Relationships

Strategy #6: Be Intentional About Your Instructional Goals and Lesson Plans

Bringing It All Together!

Continuous Learning—Resource Guide 1 Check-in

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Final Check-In

Takeaways, Goals, + Change Up Challenges 1 Topic

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Post-Course Knowledge Assessment & Survey

Certificate of Completion

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