Compensating Youth Work Quiz

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Instructions:

Read each statement and choose the option that best describes your organisation's current situation.

Choose 'Yes' if the statement generally applies to your organisation, 'No' if it does not.

Your total score at the end will determine your organisation's development level.
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Does your organisation have a dedicated strategy for fundraising specifically for youth programs?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Not sure
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Are there regular training workshops available for your youth workers on skills such as CV writing and project management?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Somewhat
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Does your organisation have a clear understanding of the diverse needs of young people and actively work to address them?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Somewhat
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Do young people provide direct input or feedback on your organisation's projects and services?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Somewhat
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Are resources like time, funding, and personnel specifically allocated for youth-related activities?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Sometimes
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Does your organisation have structured programs or initiatives that are specifically designed for youth engagement?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Not sure
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Is there a formal leadership program in place that includes youth in decision-making processes?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Sometimes
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Does your organisation adapt its strategies and programs based on feedback from young people?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Sometimes
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Is there strategic investment in youth work, such as dedicated budgets or staff positions?* This field is required.
Yes
No
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Is your organisation recognised for innovative approaches to youth engagement?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Not sure
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Are comprehensive support systems in place for young people, like mentorship and career development resources?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Sometimes
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Are most initiatives in your organisation youth-driven, with young people empowered to lead projects?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Not sure
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Does your organisation contribute to sector-wide knowledge sharing on best practices in youth engagement?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Somewhat
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Is there evidence of sustainable impact on both the youth involved and the broader community?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Somewhat
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Has your organisation started to engage young people in its activities, even at a basic level?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Not sure
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Are basic training opportunities available for developing the skills of youth workers?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Somewhat
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Has an effort been made to establish youth representation within the organisation, even if it's minimal?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Sometimes
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Does your organisation conduct activities aimed at recognising the contributions of young people?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Sometimes
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Are there partnerships with other organisations or community groups to support youth work?* This field is required.
Yes
No
Somewhat
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Total
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0-8 points: Your organisation is at the FOUNDATIONAL Level.

You are in the early stages of integrating youth work into your practices and beginning to recognise the importance of youth engagement.

Foundational Level means that you have begun the journey towards effective youth engagement but need to develop more structured approaches and dedicate resources to this area. Our practical guide can provide you with strategies to build a solid foundation for youth work within your organisation.

Our practical guide will assist you by:

Laying the Groundwork: Providing step-by-step instructions on creating foundational documents such as youth engagement policies and codes of conduct.

Developing Resources: Offering templates and resources for fundraising and resource allocation specifically targeted towards youth programs.

Capacity Building: Delivering clear guidance on how to start basic training programs for youth workers in essential skills areas.

Feedback Loops: Teaching you how to set up effective feedback mechanisms to start integrating the voices of young people into your service design and delivery.

Action Planning: Helping you create an action plan for youth engagement, setting clear goals, and determining the steps needed to achieve them.
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9-14 points: Your organisation is at the PROFICIENT Level.

You have established good practices with structured programs and are actively involving youth in your organisation’s operations and decision-making.

Proficient Level indicates that you've made significant progress and have effective practices in place. However, there's still room to deepen your impact and expand youth-led initiatives. Our guide can offer insights into how to enhance your current programs and take your youth engagement to the next level.

Our practical guide provides:

Program Enhancement: Techniques to evaluate and enhance your existing youth programs for greater impact, including incorporating advanced training and development opportunities.

Leadership Development: Guidance on how to create or improve a leadership development program that empowers young individuals to take on leadership roles.

Strategic Advancement: Strategies for transitioning from youth participation to youth leadership within your organisation, ensuring that young people's ideas drive initiatives.

Recognition Systems: Best practices for developing and implementing a recognition and rewards system to motivate and retain your youth workers and volunteers.

Collaborative Growth: Advice on cultivating partnerships and networks to amplify the reach and effectiveness of your youth engagement efforts.
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15-19 points: Your organisation is at the ADVANCED Level.

You are leading the way in youth engagement with strong, innovative programs and are making a sustainable impact.

Advanced Level signifies that your organisation is a leader in the field of youth work. To maintain this status and continue to grow, our guide can help you explore new ideas for innovation, share your best practices with the broader community, and influence policies and trends in youth work.

The practical guide will help you:

Innovative Practices: Identify and implement cutting-edge practices in youth engagement, ensuring your organization remains at the forefront of the field.

Impact Measurement: Develop sophisticated methods for measuring the impact of your youth programs and initiatives, helping you understand and communicate the value of your work.

Thought Leadership: Position your organization as a thought leader by contributing to sector-wide knowledge sharing, including creating white papers and case studies that highlight your successes and learnings.

Policy Influence: Utilize your organization's experience and authority to influence youth engagement policies and practices at the local, national, and international levels.

Sustainability and Scaling: Strategies for ensuring the long-term sustainability of your youth initiatives, exploring innovative funding models, and considering how to scale up successful projects.
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Instructions:

0-8 points: Your organisation is at the FOUNDATIONAL Level.

9-14 points: Your organisation is at the PROFICIENT Level.

15-19 points: Your organisation is at the ADVANCED Level.