Teen Engagement

Building Their Own World: Teen-Drive Community Engagement

Webinar: YALSA

http://www.ala.org/yalsa/building-their-own-world-teen-driven-community-engagement

Discover how teen library initiatives that provide a positive open and creative environment can encourage teen participation in elections, teen-driven service learning projects, and exposure to experiences that boost cultural competence.

The Future of Library Services for and with Teens: A Call to Action

PDF: YALSA

http://www.ala.org/yaforum/sites/ala.org.yaforum/files/content/YALSA_nationalforum_Final_web_0.pdf

This report is the result of a yearlong national forum conducted by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) in 2013. Funding was provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The report lays out a new path for serving 21st century teens through libraries.

YALSA Teen Advisory Groups Wiki

Website: Young Adult Library Services Association

http://wikis.ala.org/yalsa/index.php/Teen_Advisory_Groups

Link to YALSA’s wiki resource for starting and managing a teen advisory group at your library.