Leadership

Everyday Skill Building: Helping Teens Grow as Leaders

Leadership development doesn’t only happen through formal titles or special programs. For teens, leadership skills can be built in everyday moments—when they’re given responsibility, encouraged to speak up and trusted to contribute in meaningful ways. By intentionally...

Five Ways Youth Programs Can Strengthen Mentoring

Mentoring doesn’t only happen in formal, one-on-one matches. In youth programs, mentoring shows up in everyday interactions—when adults listen, when young people feel seen and when relationships are built on trust over time. By strengthening these moments, programs...

Five Reasons to Join GTI Staff

GUIDE is pleased to announce the release of staff applications for Georgia Teen Institute 2025!  TI love bubbles in the hearts of many staff members across the state of Georgia and throughout the nation. But why? First, let’s get acquainted with Georgia Teen...

Four Easy Ways to Refresh Your Youth Action Team This Fall

As your Youth Action Team gears up this fall, try implementing a few of these tips to amplify your team’s leadership growth and overall impact! Establish Committees – By dividing and conquering tasks, your Youth Action Team’s capacity is greatly improved....

Engage With GUIDE’s PYD Initiatives

GUIDE’s Positive Youth Development (PYD) initiatives support Georgia communities by providing professionals with high-quality resources and training opportunities while teaching youth leadership skills necessary to impact community change. There are many ways...

Join the GUIDE YAB: Messages from Our Members

We are pleased to announce that applications are available to join the GUIDE Youth Advisory Board (YAB)! We are looking for hardworking, motivated young people who care about health and wellness and the community to serve during the 2023-2024 school year. All Gwinnett...