This course will engage students in a study of the significance of a sustainable livelihoods approach to development in issues of socio-economic development for youth. It will explore issues related to building social and human capital for youth and discuss specific strategies for increasing youth employability, employment and entrepreneurship. It will also discuss the role of the business community in youth development through corporate social responsibility programmes. Special emphasis will be placed on promoting a culture of professionalism and entrepreneurship among youth. Student youth workers will also be able to identify business services available to youth in their countries.
Competencies:
YDWCYP0564: Apply advanced advocacy skills
YDWCYP0694: Promote a culture of entrepreneurship among young people
YDWCYP0744: Design, develop and support the implementation of programmes to enable young people to address their circumstances
YDWCYP0343: Promote equality of opportunity, participation and responsibility
YDWCYP0493: Work as an effective and reflective practitioner
