How can NGOs help in expanding youth opportunities

  Here are some measures to take when attempting to engage young people and ensuring that the experience is both valuable for the youth and the program. Consider where your program is now and where you want to be on the continuum of youth engagement. Not every program or activity can or should include Level 5 youth. The capacity of program personnel to spend time and resources on involving adolescents, the aim of  expanding youth opportunities , and support within the organization for involving young all influence the level of youth involvement. Organizational infrastructure and support for involving adolescents are critical factors for youth involvement’s long-term viability. Examine your organization’s programming to see where kid participation might be most useful and possible. Define why youth should participate in the chosen activity. Determine how to engage adolescents and the right level of involvement based on the purpose. Consult with other organizations and agencies that have