ADS_Programs

•        Lack of Funding
•        Staffing Issues
•        No Networking Connections
•        Unidentified Target Audience
•        Unclear Program Goals and Objectives
•        Improper Implementation Strategies

Many of the issues listed above can be addressed by hiring a consultant, attending youth based
workshops and sessions, networking with other youth programmers or conducting one’s own
convoluted research. Unfortunately, the truth of the matter is that Youth Programs are not revenue-
generating departments or programs and may therefore deemed minor in the organization’s
overall efforts. This situation often allows for time or money to be spent on any research or
expensive consultants or workshops.

To address this issue, a guide to youth programs is being developed and can be purchased at
minimal cost to various agencies and organizations. In some cases, the guide will be distributed
at no cost to the organization but is contingent upon funding. The guide will include youth-based
materials, advice, proposal templates, form, ice breakers, strategic plans, professional
development workshops, tests, statistics, budget outlines, national youth-based contact info, and
more.

The guide, a collaborative effort, includes information from various agencies, youth program
managers, statisticians, parents, education administrators, youth and a host of other individuals
with a strong desire to empower our youth.

Research has shown that many organizations have considered
establishing a youth development program. Regardless of size
or complexity, most can see the significant role a development
program can play in an adolescent’s life. The positive influence
that can be made through a program outside of the school
system is inherently profound. Again, many see this contribution
to a teen’s development, but may lack the resources needed to
execute such a program. Some of the most noteworthy
limitations on resources include:





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