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Young People as Researchers Training Manual

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This training manual aims to provide materials for workers training young people in participatory research. It includes exercises and guidelines to help young researchers develop their skills in conducting research projects, understanding the importance of research, and being involved in all phases of the research process. It emphasizes ethical considerations and the significance of children’s voices in research.  Downloadable resource: Youth as Researchers- Training Manual Title: Youth as Researchers- Training Manual Resource author/publisher: Developed by Save the Children Year of publication: 2000

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Working together: Including children in research on violence against children

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This resource is designed to assist researchers and practitioners in engaging children as partners and rights holders in research about violence against children. It provides guidance on ethical practices, quality participation, obtaining consent, managing risks, and ensuring equitable research processes. It includes various case studies, expert insights, and practical tools for implementation.  Downloadable resource: Working together- Including children in research on violence against children (April 2021) Title: Working together- Including children in research on violence against children (April 2021) Resource author/publisher: Lucy Jamieson, Clare Feinstein, Alana Kapell, Nicole Dulieu; Published by End Violence Partnership Knowledge Network, End Violence Lab, Save the Children Year of publication: 2021

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A Toolkit for Monitoring and Evaluating Children’s Participation – booklet two

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This toolkit looks at how to monitor and evaluate children’s participation in programmes, communities, and wider society. It is aimed at practitioners and children working in participatory programmes, as well as governments, NGOs, civil society, and children’s organisations seeking to assess and strengthen children’s participation in society.  It comprises six booklets:  Booklet 2: Measuring the Creation of a Participatory and Respectful Environment for Children - Provides a framework and practical tools to measure children’s participation in their community and society.  Downloadable resource: Toolkit 2 Title: Toolkit 2 Resource author/publisher: Save the Children Year of publication: The documents do not specify a year of publication. However, references to piloting the toolkit from 2011 to 2013 are noted in Booklet 6.

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A Toolkit for Monitoring and Evaluating Children’s Participation

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This toolkit looks at how to monitor and evaluate children’s participation in programmes, communities, and wider society. It is aimed at practitioners and children working in participatory programmes, as well as governments, NGOs, civil society, and children’s organisations seeking to assess and strengthen children’s participation in society.  It comprises six booklets:  Booklet 1: Introduction - Provides an overview of children’s participation, how the toolkit was created, and a brief guide to monitoring and evaluation.  Downloadable resource: A Toolkit for Monitoring and Evaluating Children’s participation- Introduction (Booklet 1) Title: A Toolkit for Monitoring and Evaluating Children’s participation- Introduction (Booklet 1) Resource author/publisher: Save the Children Year of publication: The documents do not specify a year of publication. However, references to piloting the toolkit from 2011 to 2013 are noted in Booklet 6.

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Voice of the Infant: Best Practice Guidelines and Infant Pledge

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Aimed at ensuring infants’ voices are considered in decision-making, this guideline introduces the Scottish Model of Infant Participation. It emphasizes the principles of space, voice, audience, and influence, providing practical tools and examples for facilitating infant participation.  Downloadable resource: voice-infant-best-practice-guidelines-infant-pledge Title: voice-infant-best-practice-guidelines-infant-pledge Resource author/publisher: Scottish Government Year of publication: 2023

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Guidelines for Developing a National Children’s Participation Strategy

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This guideline supports national authorities in creating strategic frameworks for children’s participation. It highlights good practices, consultation processes, and tools like the Lundy Model to ensure systematic and meaningful child participation in policy and decision-making.  Downloadable resource: Guidelines for developing a National Children’s Participation Strategy – Final version 2765-4253-0568.1 Title: Guidelines for developing a National Children's Participation Strategy – Final version 2765-4253-0568.1 Resource author/publisher: Council of Europe Year of publication: 2023

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Child-Led Participation: A Childminders Guide

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This guide provides childminders with practical advice on fostering child-led participation in decision-making. It connects the UNCRC rights to everyday practice and offers tools such as the Wellbeing Wheel and case studies to help childminders integrate participation into their routines.  Downloadable resource: Child_Led_Participation_Guide Title: Child_Led_Participation_Guide Resource author/publisher: Scottish Childminding Association (SCMA) Year of publication: Not explicitly mentioned (likely 2023 or earlier)

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 Involving Children, Young People, Parents, and Carers in Planning to Meet Children’s Wellbeing Needs

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This guidance focuses on fostering inclusive communication and collaboration to meet children’s wellbeing needs. It provides strategies for involving children, young people, parents, and carers in planning processes, emphasizing the importance of inclusive communication and rights-based approaches.  Downloadable resource: Involving-children-young-people-parents-and-carers-in-planning-to-meet-childrens-wellbeing-needs Title: Involving-children-young-people-parents-and-carers-in-planning-to-meet-childrens-wellbeing-needs Resource author/publisher: Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (ALLIANCE) Year of publication: 2018

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A Practical Guide to Including Seldom-Heard Children and Young People in Decision-Making

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This guide offers practical strategies and tools to include seldom-heard children and young people in decision-making processes. It provides comprehensive advice on creating safe environments, challenges of participation, and benefits for various stakeholders. The guide includes toolkits, case studies, and evaluation strategies to ensure meaningful participation.  Downloadable resource: Practical guide seldom heard children Title: Practical guide seldom heard children Resource author/publisher: Olivia McEvoy, Department of Children and Youth Affairs, Dublin Year of publication: 2015

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Youth-Adult Partnerships Toolkit

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This toolkit focuses on establishing trust and fostering meaningful youth-adult partnerships (YAPs) in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) programs. It provides recommendations, trust-building techniques, and strategies for successful partnerships, particularly in volunteer-based settings. The toolkit addresses challenges and provides actionable ideas for improvement.  Downloadable resource: Youth-adult partnerships toolkit- Choice for youth and sexuality Title: Youth-adult partnerships toolkit- Choice for youth and sexuality Resource author/publisher: CHOICE for Youth and Sexuality Year of publication: Not explicitly stated

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Making It Work: A Guide to Successful Youth-Adult Partnerships

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This guide outlines strategies for establishing and sustaining effective youth-adult partnerships. It emphasizes the importance of sharing power and responsibility, providing youth with meaningful roles, and creating environments of mutual respect. The guide includes checklists, evaluation strategies, and practical tips for addressing barriers and building strong intergenerational relationships.  Downloadable resource: Making It Work_A Guide to Successful Youth-Adult Partnerships Title: Making It Work_A Guide to Successful Youth-Adult Partnerships Resource author/publisher: Texas Network of Youth Services (TNOYS) Year of publication: 2002

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 Being Y-AP Savvy: A Primer on Creating & Sustaining Youth-Adult Partnerships

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This manual provides practical guidance for creating and sustaining youth-adult partnerships (Y-AP). It outlines six essential questions to build organizational goals and strategies for Y-AP, offering tools for assessing organizational readiness, establishing goals, and managing cultural change. It emphasizes collaborative approaches and includes practical activities, case studies, and evaluation strategies.  Downloadable resource: Being Y-AP Savvy_A Primer on Creating & Sustaining Youth-Adult Partnerships Title: Being Y-AP Savvy_A Primer on Creating & Sustaining Youth-Adult Partnerships Resource author/publisher: Shepherd Zeldin and Jessica Collura, ACT for Youth Center of Excellence (Cornell University) Year of publication: 2010

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Youth-Adult Partnership Resource Kit

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This resource kit provides tools and inspiration for fostering youth-adult partnerships in organizations and communities. It includes strategies for inclusive environments, frameworks like the Ladder of Participation, self-assessment tools, and case studies. The kit is designed to encourage authentic youth engagement and professional development.  Downloadable resource: Youth-Adult Partnership Resource Kit Title: Youth-Adult Partnership Resource Kit Resource author/publisher: Mandy Elder, The Ford Family Foundation Year of publication: 2018

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