What can you do today?

You can make a positive difference in the lives of young people around you. Keeping in mind the eight categories of developmental assets, try these simple actions and discover the power you have to build assets for kids!

 

Support them with your love, care, and attention.

 

Encourage them to use their abilities to help others

so that they experience empowerment.

 

Set reasonable boundaries

and have high expectations.

 

Help them to find creative, meaningful activities that

make constructive use of their time.

 

Nurture in them a commitment to learning.

 

Instill positive values to guide them.

 

Help them develop life skills and

social competencies.

 

Celebrate and affirm their positive identity.

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