Publications: Permanent Connections

Among NCFY's most popular publications, this guide gives an in-depth introduction to Positive Youth Development, an approach to working with young people that encourages and empowers them. The book includes practical tips, checklists and resources for learning more.

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From organizing fundraisers to cleaning up parks, groups of young people in every city and town across the country are engaged in both national and grassroots efforts to enrich their neighborhoods, their schools and their futures.

Though they may not know it, these youth embody a philosophy embraced by many community members and policymakers: Positive Youth Development.

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The “Pack What You Need To Succeed” poster is a great reminder of all the intangible things youth need to carry with them every day: Inner Strength, Support, Goals, Vision, Responsibility, Protection, Direction, Education, Patience, and Basic Needs.

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Este folleto brinda consejos para jóvenes que están graduando o egresando de programas de vivienda transitoria y programas de vivienda independiente. Incluye las historias de tres jóvenes que ofrecen consejos sobre hacerse independiente, realizar sueños, solicitar ayuda y mantenerse en contacto. Los que trabajan con jóvenes pueden añadir sus datos de contacto a la tarjeta postal desmontable al final de la publicación.

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This publication for youth and adults lists the many ways community members can volunteer to help young people throughout the year.

 

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This pocket-sized brochure is intended for young people graduating from or leaving transitional and independent living programs. It features the stories of three young people who offer advice about becoming independent, realizing dreams, getting help and staying in touch. Youth workers can add their contact information to the detachable postcard in the back. 

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This guide is for you if you dream of starting your own nonprofit organization to give young people in your community better opportunities, but don't know where to begin. Or perhaps you're already part of a youth-serving charity and you simply need a few pointers.

Esta publicación para ambos jóvenes y adultos incluye una lista de las varias maneras en que los miembros de la comunidad pueden alistarse como voluntarios que ayudan a jóvenes sobre todo el año.

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The “Build Your Future Step By Step” poster sends the important message that creating positive outcomes takes time and perseverance.

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