This session will give adults practical ways they can make young people feel more valued and cared for, to then build stronger connections and influence more effectively. In an interactive and exciting way, participants will be guided through practical and proven techniques to better inspire, engage, and connect with young people. 

This presentation encourages participants to examine their attitudes and beliefs about young people and the challenges they face. In addition to providing tactics to avoid burnout, participants will be guided on how balancing one's own emotional and mental health is crucial to lead and provide support to others.

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Objectives: 

• Participants will learn how to create an environment conducive to creating connections 

• Participants will learn the 5 key principles to be more effective with youth 

• Participants will learn to work with youth without suffering burn out 

• Participants will learn practical techniques to inspire youth 

• Participants will examine attitudes toward young people