Positive Youth Development (PYD) is a research-based philosophy that shapes how communities organize support and opportunities to help young people realize their full potential. PYD isn’t just a single program, nor is it about forcing youth to change; instead, it sets the stage for young people to thrive by encouraging meaningful growth and development.
At its core, Positive Youth Development involves collaboration between communities and young people to create environments, relationships, and experiences that are both supportive and challenging. This collaborative approach fosters significant, positive change. Often led by youth-serving organizations and programs, PYD aims to enhance their effectiveness and work alongside youth to co-create better outcomes. By focusing on the strengths and potential of young people, PYD promotes their active involvement and leadership in shaping their futures.
We provide the following resources and tools to at-risk youth and young men:
Meaningful youth engagement is key to achieving positive outcomes. We provide programs to involve youth when it comes to learning opportunities and support for their unique needs. We curated resources, curricula, and activities in areas such as social and emotional learning (SEL), preparation for adulthood, and media literacy. These toolkits offer practical guidance for developing engaging and impactful programming for youth.
We create inclusive program environments that foster a sense of belonging for all participants. Learn strategies and best practices for building stronger connections and promoting diversity and inclusion.
We provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the profound impacts of trauma on both program participants and staff. Through this program, individuals learn how to integrate trauma-informed practices into their programming, fostering environments that prioritize safety, trust, and healing.
We offer a curated selection of programs and practices backed by rigorous research, demonstrating their effectiveness in achieving positive outcomes for youth participants. Participants explore guides and clearinghouse sites to discover programs aligned with their specific goals and objectives, enabling them to implement evidence-based strategies that promote the holistic development and well-being of young people.
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