What Is Youth Leadership?
Youth leadership involves:
- Decision-making
- Goal setting
- Problem-solving
- Relationship-building
- Communicating
- Listening
- Self-awareness
- Empathy
What are leadership skills? Check out this leadership skills training video for students!
How can transition team members support leadership skills development in students?
Transition team members can help students develop leadership skills by:
- Teaching them about confidence
- Being a great example
- Offering student engagement programs
- Teaching them to be organized
- Encouraging them to contribute
- Explaining that failure isn't always a bad thing
- Empowering them to make their own decisions
What Can Leadership Skill Development Do For Students?
When given the opportunity to practice leadership skills, students gain:
Self-Confidence
Believing they have the skills to make important decisions.
Problem-Solving Skills
Identifying challenges to goals and determine one or more solutions to overcome them before they happen.
Life Skills
Using efffective communication, responsibility, self-discipline, and respect for others.
Collaboration Skills
Learning how to work effectively with others.
Featured Resources
The PA Community on Transition offers resources on a variety of topics, all focused on improving outcomes for students with disabilities.
Resources
Mid Atlantic ADA Center - Youth Advocacy and Leadership Resources
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