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Youth Summer Programs Provide Critical Services for Kids and Communities

The start of summer saw many cities struggling to manage large, unofficial gatherings of teenagers often called “teen takeovers.” Several adults and teens were injured over Memorial Day weekend in Chicago in

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Positive Relationships & Workplaces Help Foster Youth Voice

Many studies that examine potential solutions to complex problems highlight youth voice as a key component of success. Research shows us that including young people in decision-making processes about everything from

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Extracurricular Programs are a Core Component of Youth Development

While school-based learning is an essential part of children’s development, out-of-school-time is equally important for kids’ growth. Out-of-school-time includes everything from summer camps to after school

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