Isbn: 9781528333160 - youth work programs: problems and policies (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book on youth work programs explores the conceptual and operational issues of government programs that serve the needs of young people. These programs can serve as a way to improve living standards, provide economic security, and enhance future career prospects through training and work experience. The author reviews the evolution of such programs in the US, notably the CCC, WPA, and NYA, and discusses their impact on the lives of young Americans. However, the author emphasizes the need to clarify the purpose and character of a youth work program to increase its effectiveness and efficiency. The text discusses the varying concepts, including emergency relief, educational-vocational training, and social welfare. These concepts affect not only the selection of participants but also the nature of work projects, training opportunities, and overall funding. The author concludes that youth work programs are an essential part of any effort to improve the lives of young people and should be designed to help them reach their full potential, regardless of economic circumstances. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…