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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch & Learn: Turn Micro‑Learnings into Meaningful Practice
DESCRIPTION:Join the Georgia Statewide Afterschool Network (GSAN) for a virtual Lunch & Learn designed to introduce and explore Youth Development Micro‑credentials and how they can be used to strengthen daily practice in out‑of‑school time (OST) programs. This interactive session will walk participants through GSAN’s micro‑learning resources\, demonstrate how micro‑credentials can be used with staff teams as highlight tools that support reflection\, application\, and continuous improvement. We encourage all participants to review the micro-learnings before joining this convening: https://www.afterschoolga.org/qualityandtraining/.
URL:https://www.afterschoolga.org/event/lunch-learn-turn-micro-learnings-into-meaningful-practice/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Making the Most of Your Data
DESCRIPTION:This 75‑minute interactive webinar supports beginning\, intermediate\, and advanced data users in learning how to practically use data for program planning\, improvement\, and professional development. Participants will explore data dives\, identify trends\, and turn data into action. All registrants receive a data scan tool\, and beginning users will leave with a clear action‑step guide to build data confidence and capacity in their organization.
URL:https://www.afterschoolga.org/event/webinar-making-the-most-of-your-data/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Methods Training: Structure & Clear Limits + Ask\, Listen\, Encourage
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the month with a training focused on strengthening program structure and staff-youth relationships. The Georgia Statewide Afterschool Network (GSAN)\, in partnership with the David P. Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality\, is excited to offer a Youth Work Methods Training focused on Structure & Clear Limits and Ask\, Listen\, Encourage. \nThese interactive sessions are designed to equip youth development professionals with practical\, hands-on strategies to strengthen program quality and improve daily interactions with youth. \n\nStructure & Clear Limits supports staff in creating clear expectations\, consistent routines\, and a safe\, supportive environment where youth can thrive.\nAsk\, Listen\, Encourage focuses on building positive relationships through effective communication strategies that promote youth voice\, engagement\, and connection.\n\nTogether\, these methods provide a balanced approach to strengthening both program structure and staff-youth relationships\, helping teams create environments that are both supportive and engaging. \nParticipants will leave with tools and strategies they can immediately implement in their programs. \nRegister Here: Click Here: Youth Methods on May 1st in Baxley\, GA
URL:https://www.afterschoolga.org/event/youth-work-methods-training-structure-clear-limits-ask-listen-encourage/
LOCATION:Gents & Glam Community\, Family and Youth Services\, 656 S Main St\, Baxley\, GA\, 31513\, United States
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Methods Training: Building Community + Cooperative Learning
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Statewide Afterschool Network (GSAN)\, in partnership with the David P. Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality\, is pleased to offer a Youth Work Methods Training focused on Building Community and Cooperative Learning. \nThese sessions are designed to help programs create engaging\, inclusive environments that support strong relationships and meaningful youth participation\, especially as programs preparing for summer! \n\nBuilding Community focuses on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where youth feel safe\, connected\, and valued.\nCooperative Learning provides strategies to actively engage youth through group-based activities that promote teamwork\, problem-solving\, and shared responsibility.\n\nThis high-energy\, interactive training will equip staff with practical strategies to foster positive group dynamics and increase youth engagement\, making it especially impactful for programs preparing for summer. \nParticipants will walk away with ready-to-use strategies to strengthen program culture\, engagement\, and collaboration. \nRegister Here: Click Here: Youth Work Methods on May 5th in Columbus\, GA
URL:https://www.afterschoolga.org/event/youth-work-methods-training-building-community-cooperative-learning/
LOCATION:Comer Recreation Center\, 107 41st St\, Columbus\, GA\, 31904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Methods Training: Youth Voice + Introduction to Active Participatory Approach
DESCRIPTION:Close out the series with a training focused on youth engagement and empowerment. The Georgia Statewide Afterschool Network (GSAN)\, in partnership with the David P. Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality\, is offering a Youth Work Methods Training focused on Youth Voice and the Introduction to the Active Participatory Approach (APA). \nThis training is designed to deepen staff understanding of how to meaningfully engage youth by centering their voice and participation in program design and delivery. \nParticipants will explore how to: \n\nCreate opportunities for youth to share ideas\, make choices\, and take ownership\nApply the Active Participatory Approach as a framework for engaging youth\nFoster environments that support youth leadership and voice\n\nThis session is ideal for programs looking to move beyond basic engagement and strengthen youth-centered practices that promote leadership\, autonomy\, and meaningful participation. \nRegister Here: Click Here: Youth Methods on May 13th in Dalton\, GA
URL:https://www.afterschoolga.org/event/youth-work-methods-training-youth-voice-introduction-to-active-participatory-approach/
LOCATION:Boys & Girls Clubs of North Georgia: Dalton\, 1013 Underwood St\, Dalton\, GA\, 30721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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