Introduction to YouthBuild

A Comprehensive Youth and Community Development Program

August 6th, 2014

Los Angeles, California

Workshop Objectives

Increase knowledge regarding the context for YouthBuild

Increase knowledge of the YouthBuild model Program Standards and the Affiliated Network Assess local capacity for YouthBuild Assist organizations in planning 2 aspects of

their potential YouthBuild Program Inventory resources for YouthBuild

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Our JourneyOur Journey

The Model

Program Design and Operations

Sustainability

Program Planning Con’t

The Affiliated Network

The Context

Wrap-Up

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Introductions

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The National Picture

In 2011, 1.2 million1 high school students did not graduate on time with their classmates

In 2012, 6.7 Million1 out-of-school, unemployed youth in the U.S.

More than 3 million2 drop out of school every year

9.3 %3 of high school dropouts are in jail or detention

Today, only 200,000 youth are served by all programs including Job Corps, YB, etc.

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Simple Economics

$755,900 is the estimated

monetary value of “saving” a high

risk youth

$50,000 is the cost of

imprisoning one person for a year

$22,000 is the cost of enrolling

one young person in

YouthBuild for a year

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YouthBuild History Timeline

1978 YouthBuild Begins East Harlem, NY 1990 15 City Replication 1990 YouthBuild USA founded to replicate model 1992 Model replicated in 20 cities through private and

local funding 1994 First Year of federal funding -- HUD 2006 YouthBuild authorized in federal budget under HUD,

transferred to DOL. 2007 First year of federal funding under DOL 2010 273 Operating Sites in U.S. 2011 56 YouthBuild International programs in 12 countries

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Mission of YouthBuild

Unleash the intelligence and positive energy of unemployed young adults to rebuild their

communities and their own lives with a commitment to work, education, responsibility, and family.

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What it is the actual purpose of YouthBuild from the community point of view?

To get young

people off the

streets and

into higher

education and

good careers

To get young

people off the

streets and

into higher

education and

good careers

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8,000 Trainees

YouthBuild Trainees

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African American

Latino

White

Native American

Asian American

YouthBuild TraineesYouthBuild Trainees

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YouthBuild Trainees

16-24 Year-Olds

(19.1 Average Age)

100% low income

94% need GED or diploma

32% are court-involved

31% are parenting

45% receive public

assistance

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What is it going to take to get there?

Peter Twichell

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“For YouthBuild to work, it’s

gotta be more engaging, more fun, and more

caring than anything on the

streets.”

YouthBuild is . . .

Developing positive, caring relationships with adults and peers

In a highly-structured, safe, supportive learning environment

Mastering new skills, knowledge and attitudes

In service to others in need in their community

And creating hope and opportunities for their own future

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Essential Elements Profound respect for

intelligence of youth Youth governance Protection from harm Meaningful work Patience Teach real skills Positive values Firm, loving

challenge to stop self destruction

Family-like support High expectations Inspired, adult role

models Cultural awareness Global awareness Path to the future Agency commitment

to social change Fun

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A Typical YouthBuild Program

30-50 young people

16-24 years of age

6-24 months

6-10 staff

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A Typical YouthBuild Program

5 components

EDUCATIONCONSTRUCTION

CASE MGMT/COUNSELING

CAREER DEVELOPMENT/GRADUATE RESOURCES

LEADERSHIP

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Program Components EDUCATION academic skills

numeracy, literacyGED preparation

GED Plusvocational skills

job/college readiness

cultural events

CONSTRUCTIONsupervised training

employer expectationsjob readiness skills

Vocational educationpre-apprenticeship

certificationsgreen bldg

GRADUATE RESOURCES

college counselingpre-employment trg

pre-apprenticeship trgcareer counselingjob development

job placementfollow-up

LEADERSHIP decision makinggroup facilitation

program leadership roles

public speakingnegotiating

community servicegreen leadership

advocacy

CM/COUNSELINGpeer counseling

individual counselinggroup counselingcase managementreferrals outside

life skillsgoals

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Key Principles

Program provides long-term leadership

linkages and opportunities

in the community

Sufficient resources

A clear and well-defined structure for trainees to participate in decision-

making

Young People receive on-

going support, training and guidance to

take on leadership

rolesAll staff play a role

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LD objectives for every trainee

Key Principles and Practices

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Requires real COMMITMENT

Graduate Services start at RECRUITMENT

See your graduates as ASSETS

Learn about and take advantage of NATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Create a culture of “THE FUTURE”

PLAN FOR IT – build it into your budget and staffing plan

Yearly Timeline

Group A construction/

education

June Aug. 1July Sept. 1

ConstructionSite secured-

Partner MOU’sin place

recruitment

Mental Toughnessorientation

final selection-program enrollment

Group Bconstruction/

education

May

placement

June

GRADUATION

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* Please note that a YouthBuild program can begin at any time and does not need to be in sync with the school calendar

The Environment for Success

Structure: clear rules, clear roles, a tight schedule, measurable objectives, reliable systems, traditions

Purpose: personal goals, program goals, public service, construction, spiritual transformation, advancement

Authenticity: real work, real success, real consequences in discipline, honesty, compassion

Intensity: lots of success, fast pace, emotions expressed, hard physical work, big issues discussed, celebrations

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Ideal Staffing Plan

3 Managers

Director

Program Manager-Data Reporting

Construction Manager

2 Admin Support Staff

Administrative Assistant

Receptionist/Bookkeeper

6 Program Staff

Career/Job Developer

2 Construction Trainers

Counselor

2 Teachers

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Desired skills and qualities of YB staff

Experience working with young adults

Understands process of youth development

Respect for and liking of young adults Commitment to your program

philosophy Willingness and ability to serve as

counselor, coach and role model Flexibility, commitment and a sense of

humor Positive attitude Top quality expertise and solid

experience in field Screen well, pay well, and support the

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The YouthBuild model is flexible and can The YouthBuild model is flexible and can fit into a variety of different structures. . .fit into a variety of different structures. . .

Stand Alone, 501 c3 non-profit

Program of a CBO such as a

CDC or CAP

agency

Program of an educational institution such as alternative schools, community or technical college

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Every structure has pros and cons but your choice should include. . .

Organization understands and is committed to YouthBuild model

Willing to have young people participate in organization

Creates a supportive, cohesive environment for young people

Has fiscal capacity to operate a YouthBuild grant

Agrees to terms of YouthBuild name and copyright

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Pros and ConsPros and ConsStand Alone 501 c3

Strong program cohesion, retain integrity of design

Burdensome to manage finances and housing project

CBO Potential for strong integration, cohesive environment, create linkages for young people

Program isolation is YB not CD; components outsourced; staff time becomes split

Educational Institution

Strong academic and curriculum integration; strong graduate opportunities; strong community relationships and partnerships

Limited understanding of model; funding becomes dispersed; program staff lack financial control

Large agencies

Strong fiscal capacity; strong community partners; strong graduate opportunities

Limited understanding and commitment to program model; lack of cohesion for y.p. and staff; staff time becomes split; funding becomes dispersed; program staff lack financial control 27

Flipping the Power Flipping the Power DynamicDynamic

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Your Mission: convince stakeholder to come to a YB planning meeting.

1. Why is it important that this stakeholder be at the planning meeting – what role do you want them ultimately to play?

2. Identify 3 reasons why a YouthBuild program will be an asset to the stakeholder you have been assigned.

3. Determine what data you will need to support your argument.

4. Identify a likely (or unlikely) ally that can help you secure this relationship and/or strengthen your argument.

5. What role can young people play in convincing the stakeholder to come to a planning meeting?

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Levels of Commitment

Operational Partner

Daily or weekly contact with program, without this group/organization the program could not function as a YouthBuild model. Often the partnership is supported by an MOA. IE: Adult education center

Resource Partners

Monthly or yearly contact with program, these add value to the program. If one should leave they can usually be replaced. i.e: Bank providing finance /literacy training. MOA’s are not usually involved.

Recruitment Partner

Organizations or groups referring possible youth

Lead Agency Financial and operational responsibility

Sympathizers

Political or moral support, on your mailing list, donor base, invited to events

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Assembling Partnerships to Support Program Activities

1. Review list of typical program functions and activities

2. Check off all program resources provided by the lead agency

3. Write in partner and supporting agencies that will provide additional resources

4. Identify gaps in program resources

5. Collect MOAs and letters of commitment

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Funding and Funding and SustainabilitySustainability

Sample YouthBuild Budget$400,000

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Grant Deliverables

What do you want to accomplish in your community?

OutcomesOutcomes

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YouthBuild USA and Affiliated Network- Excellent Program

Outcomes

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YouthBuild USA Program Services

Resources and Materials

Website

Academy Trainings

Technical Assistance (limited)

Fee for Service

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Questions/ Comments

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For further information, please contact us at YouthBuild USA:

Anne Wright awright@youthbuild.org

Twain Peebles tpeebles@youthbuild.org

Helen Whitcher hwhitcher@youthbuild.org

For Further Information….

Goodbye

Have a safe trip home!39