
Elevating Engagement is the shift from doing for youth to partnering with them.
QIC-EY’s five messages guide the shift toward authentic, youth-centered engagement—rooted in trust, presence, and shared power.



Transform enthusiasm into the elevated skills needed for productive and impactful relationships with children and youth.
Your passion is powerful—let it fuel your skills development.
Learn MoreFocus on creating intentional, impactful moments of connection, even within time constraints.
Small, intentional moments build trust and lasting connection.
Learn MoreRecognize the importance of engaging children and youth early and consistently, rather than waiting for the ideal moment.
The right time to engage is now—early, often, and honestly.
Learn MoreEvolve from adult-led decision-making to working with children and youth as partners, ensuring their perspectives are valued and heard.
Youth are not just participants—they’re partners.
Learn MoreMove beyond symbolic participation to valuing lived expertise as essential to shaping solutions.
Lived experience is expertise—working together is always better.
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