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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Youth Engagement Guidance

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Strategies, Tools, and Tips for Supportive and Meaningful Youth Engagement in Federal Government-Sponsored Meetings and Events
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This manual offers guidance on how to engage youth during government-sponsored events and meetings. It includes resources to support youth services, youth development, youth leadership, civic engagement, and youth organizing.

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SMA16-4985
Publication Date
September 2016

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