We embark on developing positive coping skills and problem solving skills. Providing a safe environment to learn and practice life skills. Raising awareness of support available and developing skills to access support when needed.
Youth empowerment approaches involve adult-youth partnerships and a democratic decision-making process. Youth empowerment approaches include strategies which give young people opportunities for meaningful involvement and participation in their education or support services. Peer-based programs may empower youth through providing involvement opportunities, access to positive role models, knowledge and skills development and/or building a sense of personal agency or self efficacy.
Knowledge and skills development:
- Education and knowledge to help self and others
- Providing the knowledge and skills they need to avoid risk or problem behaviors
- Developing positive coping skills and problem solving skills
- Providing a safe environment to learn and practice life skills
- Raising awareness of support available and developing skills to access support when needed