Abstract
The purpose of this study was to assess opportunities for strengthening youth leadership and participation in the Central Appalachian region. In particular, authors Rebecca O’Doherty, Ada Smith, Ben Spangler, Elandria Williams, and Katie Richards-Schuster sought to understand and document the range of activities and strategies in the region as well as understand the nuances involved in promoting and sustaining youth leadership opportunities. Through interviews with key leaders in the region, they explored critical themes for strengthening youth leadership. To highlight the potential and opportunities for future development, they share a case study of an innovative approach to nurturing and sustaining youth leadership. They conclude with a set of recommendations for consideration by policy makers and stakeholders interested in developing sustainable youth leadership practices in Central Appalachia.
Publication Date
Spring 5-5-2015
Publisher
Durham, N.H. : Carsey School of Public Policy, University of New Hampshire
Document Type
Report
Recommended Citation
O'Doherty, Rebecca; Smith, Ada; Spangler, Ben; Williams, Elandria; and Richards-Schuster, Katie, "Strategies to Strengthen Youth Leadership and Youth Participation Opportunities in Central Appalachia" (2015). The Carsey School of Public Policy at the Scholars' Repository. 239.
https://scholars.unh.edu/carsey/239
Rights
Copyright 2015. Carsey School of Public Policy. These materials may be used for the purposes of research, teaching, and private study. For all other uses, contact the copyright holder.
DOI
https://dx.doi.org/10.34051/p/2020.381