Youth Activism Publications

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‘KNOCK-YOUR-SOCKS-OFF’ TRAINING TEENS TO BE SUCCESSFUL ACTIVISTS!
The Complete Guide for Facilitating a 1-2 Hour Workshop
  This interactive workshop developed by Wendy Lesko will inspire young people to make an impact in their corner of the world. The training package has everything but snacks (and socks)!

  • The 50-page facilitator's manual contains a minute-by-minute script for both a 60-minute workshop and a longer version.
  • The Knock-Your-Socks-Off videotape features a series of short clips that show young people as successful community activists.
  • Skill-based activities and video clips are geared specifically for older teens plus there are separate age-appropriate materials for younger teens.
  • Reproducible handouts for participants, even pre- and post-assessment forms, are included.
  • Room setup, other logistics, training checklist all are spelled out.

Anyone, including youths, can facilitate this youth leadership advocacy training.

$25.00 ($6.00 shipping)
MEGA-PLANNER TOOLKIT
  This comprehensive resource includes two publications. MAXIMUM YOUTH INVOLVEMENT: The Complete Gameplan for Community Action, a 170-page manual, answers nearly 100 questions on how adults and organizations can support young people as effective advocates in changing community norms and policies plus a 40-page Appendix with reproducible checklists and interactive skill-building activities. The Toolkit also includes our 130-page handbook, YOUTH! THE 26% SOLUTION. this bestseller offers concise, highly effective step-by-step strategies for students and adult allies on everything from organizing a small meeting, wording a petition, capturing media coverage, interacting with public officials.

(Discounts available for bulk buys. For a price quote, call 1-800-KID-POWER or email info@youthactivism.com)

$35.00 ($6.00 shipping)
Youth! The 26% Solution
  Over 1/4 of the population - 26% - is under the age of 18. However, 26% remain unheard on many issues that affect them. Packed with true stories and original youth-produced exhibits, YOUTH! THE 26% SOLUTION outlines in a visually upbeat way how to identify and research an issue, build support, make a case, and succeed at getting decision-makers, from community leaders to state senators, to listen and respond to ideas for positive change. Co-authored by Wendy Lesko and 19-year-old Emanual Tsourounis.

(Discounts available for bulk buys. For a price quote, call 1-800-KID-POWER or email info@youthactivism.com)

$14.95 ($4.00 shipping)
No Kidding Around!
  This 260-page book features 10 full-length oral histories of people not old enough to vote yet scoring political homeruns in city halls, school boards, and statehouses.

(Discounts available for bulk buys. For a price quote, call 1-800-KID-POWER or email info@youthactivism.com)

$10.95 ($4.00 shipping)
Youth Infusion Info-Pack
  This 15-page pamphlet presents a strong argument as to why and how organizations can collaborate successfully with young people, plus recruiting tips and other promising practices.

(Discounts available for bulk buys. For a price quote, call 1-800-KID-POWER or email info@youthactivism.com)

$6.00 (free shipping)
Influential Young Advocates
  This 17-minute video features compelling footage of youth-led campaigns in a wide range of public policy issues.

(Discounts available for bulk buys. For a price quote, call 1-800-KID-POWER or email info@youthactivism.com)

$25.00 ($4.00 shipping)
Youth Group Starter Pack
  This 15-page pamphlet includes examples of youth-initiated community activities, oral histories, step-by-step strategies along with recommended websites and national organizations.

(Discounts available for bulk buys. For a price quote, call 1-800-KID-POWER or email info@youthactivism.com)

$6.00 (free shipping)


YOUTH ACTIVISM PROJECT, Inc.
Washington DC area: PO Box E, Kensington MD 20895
Toll-free: 1-800-KID-POWER or 301-929-8808
info@youthactivismproject.org
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