Principles of Youth Participation

In this unit students develop an understanding of a theoretical framework of practice, which reflects the key principles of youth participation, to enable young people to have a role, identity and voice in every community. Students learn to identify appropriate theories that assist them to understand the systemic barriers young people face and to develop strategies to assist young people to overcome these barriers. Investigating the various participation models informs practice and enables students to use and apply that knowledge in a range of settings within State, National and International Organisations. Adapting experiential processes to engage young people is also a central component of effective youth participation.