Refers to a variety of efforts to engage young people in any level of decision-making, which can be related to an issue, a project, a program, or an organization.
The result of young people who provide service. They are seen as valued partners and contributors - \"resources\" - to their communities.
The process of engaging youth in affecting policy and taking action on issues in their communities.
The involvement of young people in providing services to their schools and/or communities. This term should not be confused with \"youth services, \" which typically refers to programs where youth are the recipients of service.
The ideas, opinions, involvement, and initiatives of people considered \"young\" (ages 2 - 25). These voices often go unheard or involvement of this group has often been marginal.
Efforts that involve young people and adults working together, sharing power, and learning from each other to build stronger communities