How do you ensure that young people really have an influence on policy? The Flower of Participation gives insight. Capacity strengthening To be able to play an informed and effective…
The flower of participation
Empowering youth to impact policies
Angelica Sookdanan and James Brooks help to shape the future Youth Sounding Board. They shifted from hesitation to enthusiasm about the project. “As youth, we can help update policies so…
‘Don’t underestimate the youth’
Dr. Henry Charles has been advocating for meaningful youth participation for over forty years. According to him, young people are an asset and should be treated as co-creators in our developmental processes.
Turning Experience into Expertise
Editorial The importance of meaningful youth participation on St. Maarten is gaining more recognition as Government Ministries and youth stakeholders are increasingly displaying a more structured approach to consulting with…
Parenting: show some understanding
Parents regularly struggle with difficult issues. What advice do they have for teachers, social workers, and other professionals in order to better help them?
10 tips for professionals on how to talk with parents
Don’t wait to address your concerns until you are certain that there is something wrong; present your concerns without judgement. These and other advices in our downloadable infographic.
‘Seek the help you need’
Afraid that her son would ruin his chances in life, Carmen lost her temper. Her children were put under protective custody. She is now working hard to get them back.
Early detection for neglect and abuse
Does the Child Check initiative offer starting points to better assist and support children when their parents have serious mental health challenges, drug, or alcohol addiction or other serious chronic conditions? Three professionals share their insights.
How to talk to parents
How do you talk to parents or caregivers about a difficult topic regarding their children? Some practical tips by Guicindy Glascow and Jina Mahbubani.
Providing education and a supportive network for parents
Since the Student Support Services Division’s establishment, the division aims to increase parental skills and awareness. Through the Parenting Programs, for instance.