The Youth Collaboratory technical assistance (TA) team diligently stays up-to-date on the ins and outs of operating highly effective youth service organizations. Last year we provided training to over 3,000 organizations and we worked with over 1,100 people on their own TA journeys.
On your TA journey, we’ll connect you with resources and approaches that are:
✓ Strengths-based✓ Culturally affirming✓ Grounded in research and promising practices | | ✓ Relevant✓ Connected to a vast peer network✓ Center youth well-being |
Whether you’re looking for support to meet program activities or to develop an innovative idea, we are here to assist you in leveling up your capacity and skill set. Let’s get started!
1. Engage
Every relationship starts here. This is our chance to get to know each other and how we can support each other in this work. If you're ready to get started right away, just fill out this form and we will get back to you within 3 business days. Not ready yet? Keep reading to get a preview of your TA journey or sign up to get a roundup of our most popular resources and tools straight to your inbox. |
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2. Assess
Let's identify and clarify your goals, together! Assessment can take many forms depending on your needs. It can be as quick as an email exchange or as in-depth as a formalized baseline assessment to measure long-term progress. We follow your lead to meet you where you are. What’s next? |
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3a. Learn
We know it’s difficult for busy nonprofit workers to scour the internet for the latest resources and tools. If you don’t have the capacity, we’re here to share vetted resources tailored to your needs. Together, we’ll find the latest and best in the field so you can get where you want to go. | 3b. Collab
We’ll collaborate to strengthen the resources, strategies, and infrastructure that fit your program. This work takes time and we’ll walk alongside you as we determine goals and a way forward that allows you to better serve the youth and young adults in your community. We’re in this together. |
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4. Reflect
Our commitment is ultimately to improve outcomes for youth and young adults in your community. We’ll take a moment to evaluate and celebrate. |
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5. Re-Engage!
As your organization grows and your needs change, we want to keep learning and working together. We remain here for you. |
Ready to get started? Engage with us! Fill out the form and a member of our team will connect with you to get your TA journey started. |