Youth Development

50 Things to Do Besides Drink Alcohol

While many teens and young adults perceive drinking alcohol to be the norm, it’s important for our youth to hear the message that MOST teens actually choose NOT to drink. Unfortunately, even though most youth don’t drink alcohol, it is still “the most commonly used...

GUIDE Promotes Youth Voice in Gwinnett County

“Youth Voice is important because the involvement and change we are a part of represents our generation’s hopes and needs that will mold the future. Our incorporation helps to easily expand organizations with our knowledge of technology and modern ideas. As youth, we...

Custom + Quality = GUIDE Training Events

With more than 25 years of experience coordinating, planning and implementing training across the state, GUIDE is your source for a custom, quality event! GUIDE specializes in substance abuse prevention, youth development and leadership for both youth and adults. No...

7 Ways to Effectively Engage Youth Voice in Programming

Youth Voice is an essential piece of any organization that works with youth, either directly or indirectly. In order to effectively engage Youth Voice in programming, take the following into consideration: Honor, ask for and engage youth wisdom. Provide ample...

GUIDE Plans First Ever Teens R 4 Me Conference

On March 7 and 8, GUIDE partnered with the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) to conduct the first ever Teens R 4 Me Conference. The conference took place at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel and...