Working with Young People
We promote best practice in youth development by giving young people and people working with young people advice, training and resources. The Ministry of Youth Development (MYD) - Te Manatū Whakahiato Taiohi develops and promotes Active Youth Citizenship. This is young people using knowledge, skills, and experience to participate confidently in their communities.
Youth development approach
MYD is committed to the principle of best practice in the youth sector. Youth development best practice by its very nature is constantly evolving.
Youth participation
Effective youth participation is about creating opportunities for young people to be involved in influencing, shaping, designing and contributing to policy and the development of services and programmes.
Practical training
We have some information and resources about youth engagement and youth development that is useful for those working with young people in the central, local and non-government sectors.
For more information about working effectively with young people, visit Ara Taiohi’s website. Ara Taiohi is the specialist organisation that supports people who work with young people.