Manatee County Government
Resources for Youth Development
Publications
Broadening the Bounds of Youth Development: Youth as Engaged Citizens
This publication provides an overview of youth development theory, examines the disconnect between youth development and civic engagement, and reflects on ways community leadership and civic activism can be incorporated into youth development.
Creating Change: How organizations connect with youth, build communities, and strengthen themselves
This publication explores the complex links between youth development, community engagement, and social justice.
Lessons in Leadership - How Young People Change Their Communities and Themselves
An Evaluation of the Youth Leadership for Development Initiative; December 2003
At the Table: Making the Case for Youth in Decision - Making
Research Highlights from a Study on the Impacts of Youth on Adults and Organizations
Authentic Youth Civic Engagement: A Guide for Municipal Leaders
A new guide published by the YEF Institute with support from the Surdna Foundation provides a definition and framework for what authentic youth engagement in municipal government can look like.
Links
The Innovation Center for Community and Youth Development offers training, consulting, activities, toolkits, reports, and free resources for youth and communities.
The Forum for Youth Investment seeks to help organizations and individuals in the youth fields by providing research, publications, and issue discussions.
National League of Cities - Youth participation in local government tools and resources: