1. learn about their local government
Scott P. Hays, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Liz Nelson, Lake County Health Department
EYPC:
Youth in EYPC…
…empowers young people to become advocates for policy change
…creates an opportunity for youth to work with and learn about their local government
…supports local efforts to achieve positive policy change
learn about their local government
understand how local policy affects their lives
experience their local government in action
interact with their community & its leaders
gather and analyze their own local data
gain advocacy skills
engage the community in the advocacy effort
EYPC Comprehensive Program Manual
EYPC’s results are impressive! Since 2005, EYPC youth-led groups have created smoke-free public places, safer parties and gatherings, restricted alcohol use at community events, and much more. Be a part of change today. Be a part of EYPC!
Tips to prepare for implementation
20+ activities; 5-6 for each part of the 4D process
Adaptable policies and participant materials on CD
Guide
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EYPC Outcomes
I really liked the interaction of county board members and our group.
Youth seemed to enjoy having a city council member at their full attention.
Bonding with community – Youth develop ownership of the community in which they live
Sense of efficacy--Increased sense that they can influence positive change
Relationship with caring adults—Working with facilitator and local officials and community leaders
EYPC’s “4-D” Framework
Deliver the Message
Discover Data
Determine Decision Makers
Define the Issue
Setting the forum agenda and goals gave youth ownership and increased their desire to promote the forum to show off their hard work.
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This project supported by funding from the Illinois Department of Human Services, Bureau of Youth Development and Prevention