Staff Training & Workshops

At YEP! Youth Engagement Planning, we equip your agency, firm, or APA chapter with practical youth engagement skills through customizable staff training and workshops featuring flexible formats, clear learning outcomes, and ready-to-use tools.

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    Workshops for Planners.

    Our Workshop for Planners empowers planners to learn how to engage youth in every stage of the plan whether it’s a Comprehensive Plan, Corridor Plan, Safe Routes to School Plan, Transportation Plan, or any planning process!

    YEP! Youth Engagement Planning offers this workshops that is practical, participatory, and highly customizable. These workshops can be paired with hands-on volunteering opportunities in local schools and youth organizations, allowing participants to immediately apply their new skills.

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    Workshops for K-12 Classrooms.

    At YEP! Youth Engagement Planning, we specialize in equipping planners with the tools to bring our best practices, curriculum, and knowledge into the K-12 classroom.

    If you are looking to learn more about how to bring our Planning Day in School into the classroom, reach out to us for a workshop to show you every step of the way!

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    Keynote Speaking.

    YEP! Youth Engagement Planning offers dynamic keynote speaking services for conferences both nationally and internationally. Our keynotes focus on the importance of integrating youth perspectives into urban planning and community development. With a wealth of experience and innovative insights, our speakers inspire and equip audiences to foster meaningful youth engagement in their projects.

    We bring practical strategies, compelling stories, and actionable takeaways that empower planners, municipal leaders, and civic organizations to create youth-friendly spaces and programs. By highlighting the successes and challenges of engaging youth in planning, our keynote addresses provide valuable knowledge and motivation for audiences around the world.