Adult Youth Partnership Workshop Survey Results

There were limited suggestions on how to improve the workshop. The few suggestionsoffered by adults said it could have been more relevant to organized groups, had moretime for focused discussion, and time to start planning. The youth suggested moreactivities, especially those that involve movement, additional teamwork and opportunitiesto involve more youth, and additional clarity of what is expected of them (Figures 13-19).ConclusionsOverall, youth and adult participants had positive feedback about the youth leadershiptrainings. Based on their comments, there are a few items Wilder Center forCommunities staff may want to consider for future youth leadership trainings.• Clearly identify the purpose for the trainings and expected immediate and futureoutcomes. Secure understanding and agreement from organizers and participantsabout the expected purpose and the guidelines for achieving those results.• Provide more opportunities for youth to ask questions during the training.• Introduce additional skills youth can use to work with adults. Consider activities,such as role plays, that give youth the opportunities to practice these skills.ATOD: Creating Community 4 Wilder Research, July 2009Adult Youth Partnership Workshop survey results