Resources For Youth Workers
This online library is full of helpful resources including programme planning and group activity ideas to guidance on capturing youth voice, and more. Resources are listed under each heading.
Have a resource that has helped you as a youth worker but don't see it here? Get in touch - we would love to include it.
Supervision and Support
Healthy youth workers are those who are supported to navigate the diverse challenges of their role. Supervision is a great place to start.
Programme Planning and Facilitation
Planning a weekly youth programme or looking for new icebreakers to use at your next workshop? Here are some online resources we have found helpful.
- Access 100s of icebreaker, team building, and group activity ideas on Playmeo
One of the best things about Playmeo is that you can search by activity type and group size to make your life easier. (Note that there is a paid version but plenty of the activity descriptions are free)
- St John Youth have compiled some fantastic icebreakers.
- More icebreakers and team activities from Erin Walton
Youth Voice and Engagement
Whai Wāhitanga is one of our Mana Taiohi principles and but while authentic youth engagement is extremely important, it can sometimes be hard to know where to start.
- The Ministry of Youth Development has extensive resources, tools, and reports on how to engage youth voices.
- The USA- based ACT for Youth website has some great research and tools for meaningful youth engagement that can be relevant to New Zealand youth workers.
Get Qualified
There are different pathways to becoming a qualified youth worker here and developing your career in youth development here in Aotearoa. Check out these courses and certifications.
