Ese Vivian O. Sinkeler’s Post

Youth involvement in community planning, decision making, and action hasn’t received a lot of attention in the past, but youth are becoming increasingly involved in community development. Youth collaboration can benefit community nonprofit organizations, volunteer programs, and nongovernmental organizations in the following ways: Youth can be an effective planning and evaluation resource. Younger members can help long-term community efforts because they’re in a position to become long-term contributors. Involved youth can help organizations become more aware of issues that concern younger populations, which can increase an organization’s impact.