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
Why They Run: An In-Depth Look at America’s Runaway Youth(PDF)
Considers existing data about the runaway problem in the U.S. through a decade’s worth of expert studies, weighs the trend data compiled by the National Runaway Switchboard (NRS), and examines one-on-one interviews from youth residing in shelters or living on the street (the interviews focus on real and perceived issues when it comes to reaching out for help). Listen (MP3) to an interview with Maureen Blaha, NRS’s executive director.
Offers sage advice on what communities should consider when working with youth councils.
Authentic Youth Civic Engagement: A Guide for Municipal Leaders
Provides a step-by-step guide for local leaders who want to create meaningful opportunities for youth participation in local government, with best practices that can help involve youth in systems of care.