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Education, training, and professional development for adults who work with and on behalf of youth. The Youth Work Institute provides you with the latest research on youth development and practical ways to apply it to your daily work. Book a custom course for your organization or attend one of these scheduled courses or events.
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- Make the Case for Youth Development:
- Theory & Framework
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- Cultural
- Engagement
- Health
- Leadership
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Featured Upcoming Training & Events
- Understanding Adolescent Risk-Taking Behavior Online Research Update for Professionals -August 16-December 1
Program detail and registration at: www.parenting.umn.edu
Participant fee: $50/individual, $45/individual for 3 or more registrations from the same agency
- NEW! Quality Matters Question and Answer Webinar - September 21
Class descriptions not enough? Join our free Q & A webinars to learn more about our offerings.
10 - 11 a.m.
Location: TBA
Cost: Free (No registration necessary)
- Leadership Matters Series- Metro -September 21-October 26
9 a.m. - 12 noon and 1-4 p.m. on Oct. 26
Location: UROC Building, 2001 Plymouth Ave. N., Minneapolis map
Cost: $100
About the Youth Work Institute
The Youth Work Institute is dedicated to expanding the knowledge and strengthening the practices of Minnesota's out-of-school program staff and volunteers who help youth learn, lead and contribute.
We provide the latest research on youth development and practical ways to apply it to your daily work. Learn from our experienced faculty and staff, as well as nationally and internationally known researchers, practitioners and policy experts on youth development.
We serve individuals, teams and organizations through:
- Workshops & seminars
- Customized training
- Organization consultation & assistance
- Public forums
- Symposia
Contract with the YWI to deliver customized workshops and classes for your organization. Choose from existing classes or have us design one tailored to your needs.
Contact us for more information:
1-612-624-1999
mnywi@umn.edu
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