40 DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS

What do children, youth and teens need to become caring, responsible and resilient adults?

Lives filled with people, places and activities that make them feel special and challenged to do and be their best.

The Search Institute has identified a group of positive building blocks-Developmental Assets-for raising healthy kids. The 40 Developmental Assets represent the relationships, opportunities, skills, values and personal perceptions that all kids need to avoid risks and to thrive.   The YMCA has been using this framework for several years to strengthen its work in building strong kids, strong families, and a strong community. 

Creating supportive environments focused on building assets is one of the most important things we can do in raising healthy kids.  Here are a few principles that will help guide you in your effort...

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