Youth Involvement Resources
Access information on identifying and engaging youth in leadership roles within systems of care, supporting youth involvement, links to youth involvement resources and websites, and answers to frequently asked questions about youth engagement.
- Publications
Research, reports, issue briefs, videos, and fact sheets on youth development and engagement. - Related Web Sites
Access organizations, resource centers, and clearinghouses with additional resources related to youth engagement in systems of care. - Frequently Asked Questions
Brief answers to questions often raised about youth culture, youth development, and youth involvement with system of care communities. - Presentations
Presentation PowerPoints on the juvenile justice system, partnering with juvenile justice professionals, and mental health services for children in the juvenile justice system.
What's New
National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center
Features resources for communities working to prevent violence committed by and against young people.
10 Steps for Implementing a Youth Leadership Development Program
Provides guidance to help practitioners in designing and planning new youth leadership initiatives.
Photovoice as a Tool for Youth Policy Advocacy (PDF)
Describes a strategy for youth to be part of the policymaking process through photographs of their communities to identify problems and solutions.
A Guidebook for Professionals: Recommended Practice for Young Adult Teams
Designed to help professionals working with adolescents and young adults to recognize their unique needs and to ensure that youth have adequate preparation to transition into adulthood.