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This chapter discusses the significance of relationship-based programming (RBP) in youth development, drawing lessons from Faith Evans' journey. It explores how relationships shape youth's lives and underscores the differences between RBP and traditional programs. Key elements include fostering program involvement, addressing diverse child needs, and extending relationships to families. Despite challenges like staff burnout and funding issues, successful RBP requires empathy, commitment, and adaptability. This multi-faceted approach not only benefits youth but strengthens community ties for lasting impact.
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Chapter 12: The Power of People Relationship-Based Programming
The Story of Faith Evans • What can we learn from the story of Faith Evans? • Research on why & how relationships affect youth development….what does this tell us?
Relationship-Based Programming • What is it? • What does atmosphere have to do with relationship-based programming and youth development? • How does relationship-programming differ from traditional programming?
Three Main Elements of RBP • Encouraging involvement in programs • Implementing programs that address other facets of a child’s life • Building relationships with members of the extended family
Encouraging involvement in programs • Outreach workers • What do the examples provided tell us?
Implementing programs that address other facets of a child’s life • What did we learn from Jose & Robert?
Building relationships with members of the extended family • How can this help? • _____________ • _____________ • What stumbling block might we encounter during this process? • What did you learn from Loretta? • How can we make this happen in youth sport? • Who benefits from RBP?
Types of Relationships • Tell me about: • Counterproductive relationships • Prescriptive relationships • Developmental relationships
Success (RBP) • Discuss what each of the following involves in being successful in RBP • Multifaceted & flexible • Hands-on • Commitment & Consistency • Patient & Empathetic • Mutuality
Challenges • Fizzle out after a year or two • High staff burnout rates • Maintaining funding • Lack of long-term planning to maintain funding and staffing • Time spent with staff • Lack of adequate training