The task
This task requires you to develop a youth community engagement project.
The task
This task requires you to develop a youth community engagement project. In order to develop and implement projects (or programs, campaigns, initiatives, etc), we generally need to apply for funding to support them, in particular, if you are working for a not-for-profit organisation. You will have the opportunity to complete an existing grant application requesting up to $10,000 to support your project. The grants provide funding for local governments and community service organisations to develop and implement projects that engage young people aged 10 to 18 years old in creative ways and help achieve positive outcomes.
Outcomes assessed by AT2
Unit Learning Outcomes assessed by AT2
ULO1 Explain the principles and theories of community engagement and capacity building as they relate to HP and PH
ULO3 Identify and explain ways to monitor and evaluate community-based programs
ULO4 Apply the knowledge gained in the unit with respect to community engagement, capacity building and program management
Graduate Learning Outcomes assessed by AT2
Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities, Communication, Digital Literacy, Critical thinking and Problem-solving, and self-management.
Why are we doing this?
Designing and delivering appropriate, effective and sustainable projects (programs, campaigns, initiatives, etc.) in the community to address their specific health needs is at the heart of the work done in the health field. Being able to plan well-considered and strongly constructed projects based on evidence about what strategies are likely to work, is an essential skill to prepare you for working in a number of settings such as community health, health promotion, Primary Care Partnerships, local councils, and disability services.
Examining current issues within the community and using common agency planning tools and frameworks will introduce you to health practice in a real-life context. This is intended to make the unit content more relevant to you by developing your skills, knowledge and confidence regarding practice and hopefully make your transition into the workforce smoother.
You are provided with an application form and supporting documents (below) to allow you to develop a strong community engagement project with a focus on youth. Your project plan will fit into this grant application, and this is the only document you are required to submit for this assessment task. It will require you to highlight your understanding of the content in the unit as well as giving you experience in writing current and relevant grant applications. We will work through the different elements of the application form in weeks 7-11. You will also need to refer to the Youth Community Engagement Grant Guidelines to complete your application form. Here is a copy of the goal/aim, objectives and strategies template I was referring to in the seminar.
The grant application form is from the Government of Western Australia Department of Communities, but you can plan to implement your project anywhere in Australia.
Working with youth
A youth-friendly community is one where young people are treated with respect and where they feel safe, welcome and included. It is a community that encourages and recognises the participation and contributions of young people, supports youth development and provides youth-friendly services, facilities and programs. Young people, community groups and government agencies need to work in partnership to support young people’s participation in decision making, planning and services to meet their diverse needs.
For your community engagement project, there are a number of topics you can choose from. Some of the main health issues faced by young people are: mental health, anxiety, body image, personal safety, peer pressure, depression, bullying, family conflict, gender identity and discrimination. I’m sure you can come up with more. Many of these are interrelated and can be broken down into a number of other issues. It’s up to you which one you focus on.
It is worth 50% of your overall mark.
The completed application form is the only document you will submit. Submit either as Word or PDF.
The word limit is 2000 words (give or take 10%).
We expect a minimum of 15 references.
The following parts of the assignment are NOT included in the word count: cover page (not that you need one for this assignment), budget, reference list and appendix.
The following parts of the assignment ARE included in the word count: All in-text citations and sections where you see a word count.
