Discover the interactive, state-of-the-art, research-based educational opportunities that are designed to strengthen youth programs and those who work with and on behalf of young people (11-18 years old) in community settings during the non-school hours. About the program...

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	Webinars
	New Directions for Youth Development web seminars, called “Action Dialogues,”include presentations and discussions, and connect the newest knowledge with needed changes in practices and policies.

	Features
	Youth Engagement Symposium Series What is it? What does the research say? What are its benefits? How do you do it well? Why is it important? Three events, free to the public.
	Youth Engagement Increase participation in youth opportunities, so they find a spark and are truly passionate about something that gives meaning to their lives.

	Custom Workshops
	Quality Matters Learning Circles – Contact us. We will schedule workshops dependant on your interest. Explore issues and questions among staff and programs that have used the YPQA tool. Open for Contract – Not finding what you need? We also provide classes and services on a contract basis. Check out these options.

Contact Information

Melissa Peick Center for Youth Development Room 270B McNamara Center 200 Oak Street SE Minneapolis, MN 55455 Phone: 612-624-7139 Fax: 612-624-6905 mpeick@umn.edu

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