NCJ Number
139052
Date Published
1987
Length
71 pages
Annotation
This manual provides background information and instructions to persons who want to begin, expand, or promote programs of youth community service, with emphasis on school-based programs.
Abstract
The manual presents examples of ways in which youth are already helping work with a variety of problems and populations. It also outlines ways in which community service can be integrated into the organization structure of youth agencies and schools. Additional sections explain how to design, organize, operate, promote, and support youth service programs. A concluding section summarizes the main reasons to be involved with community service. Charts; illustrations; and appended checklists, sample administrative forms, list of youth service resources, and 11 references