Our Project Model
The YDM has established a working model that guides the work we do when we undertake an issue. It starts with an issue being identified, either by young people, organizations, government or systems. We examine how we know what we know about the issue: from our own experiences, the experiences of our peers and family and from science - research and facts about that issue. We create opportunities for discussions to take place on the issue. We consult others broadly - ensuring participation. This might mean creating a discussion guide, organizing focus groups, interviews, surveys or other ways to continue the discussion on the issue. The decision making process will help turn the discussions and decisions into recommendations that can inform policy makers. The circle is complete when the outcomes are reported back to those people who participated - to help demonstrate how their contribution was used. In short, the model above helps us visualize what our journey is going to look like regardless the issue being explored.
Tools
YDM Pamphlet
Young Decision Makers (YDM) is a body of youth, young adults and adult allies from across the country working collaboratively to ensure that youth voice is heard in formal and informal decision making bodies (government, systems and organizations).
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Supporting Young Decision Makers (brochure)
With theYDM Network, organizations get the chance to work with young people in our country to better understand what young people are saying. The YDM has established eight principles and a working model that guide our work. How can the Young Decision Makers help you?
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YDM Process Model
The Young Decision Makers network has established a working model that guides discussions when issues are undertaken by groups. The model explores the journey from a group initially forming around a topic of interest or need, to studying and discussing the key issues behind it. These can lead to informed decisions and recommendations that help inform, improve and initiate child and youth programs wherever implemented! Download the PDF.
How to Use the Process Model - Kit
The Young Decision Makers network has established a working model that guides discussions when issues are undertaken by groups. The model explores the journey from a group initially forming around a topic of interest or need, to studying and discussing the key issues behind it. These can lead to informed decisions and recommendations that help inform, improve and initiate child and youth programs wherever implemented!
Download the PDF.
YDM Everyone has a role... (poster)
