Youth participatory action research (YPAR) is an approach to youth engagement where youth and adults partner together for a cycle of research and action. While YPAR practice is growing across the globe, we want to ensure adults feel fully equipped to maximize the transformative potential of this approach. The series is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and self-efficacy of adults who want to collaborate with young people for YPAR. The six part video-based series is designed to support adults in planning and executing YPAR.

Ideal For

Educators (K-12 educators, teachers in training, anyone working in schools); youth work professionals; public health or social service professionals.

Cost

FREE.

Optional Incentive

At the end of each video, you will be asked to complete a short evaluation. Completion of the evaluation will unlock the next video. At the end of all 6 videos, you will receive a $50 gift card. Three months after you complete the video series, you will receive another brief evaluation. If you complete that evaluation, you will receive another $25 gift card.

What to Expect

Flexible schedule – The course will be available for 1 month. You may complete the coursework anytime within the 1-month period for which you are registered. We anticipate that it will take about 2.5 hours of work to complete the coursework and another 1-3 hours to complete the reflection.

Communication – You will receive confirmation of your registration by email. On the course open date, you will receive an email letting you know that the course is open and that you can begin work. If you have questions or do not receive confirmation or the course open email, please contact us at lms.registration.rmphtc@ucdenver.edu.

Evaluation – There are assessments after each video, we expect each one to take 5-10 minutes. At the end of the 6th video, you will be asked to reflect on your learning resulting from that video

Course Schedule

• September Course: September 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026.
• October Course: October 1, 2026 – October 30, 2026.
• November Course: November 2, 2026 – December 4, 2026.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the steps in a youth participatory action research process.
2. Advocate for YPAR in your setting.

Length of Learning Opportunity

6 hours over 4 weeks.

Primary Competencies

Youth Engagement.

Development Partner

This work was supported by funding from the Bezos Family Foundation to the YPAR Network (PI Emly Ozer at UC-Berkeley & co-PI Linda Sprague Martinez at University of CT).

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We strive to host inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. Please let us know of any accommodations that will assist your full participation.

Please fill out the application form below.

You will be contacted within 2 business days with additional information.

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Strengthening Youth Voice: A Virtual YPAR Training Series for Adults to Partner with Youth