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Youth Engaged in Leadership and Learning: A Handbook for Program Staff, Teachers, and Community Leaders

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Handbook designed for school, program, and community leaders to support authentic youth participation, promote effective policies and practices to strengthen communities, and support young people’s personal growth.

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