La Xarxa Jove Marina AltaThe Marina Alta Regional Association of Municipalities concluded a training course last week on youth intervention, aimed at professionals in the region. The activity took place during three days of work in the New House of Calp.
The main objective of this Development It has been about providing tools to professionals in local councils who work with young people from 12 to 30 years in the Marina Alta.
Community development and key skills
The course has addressed various topics under the central concept of community youth development. Fundamental concepts for working with young people have been covered.
- Development of effective communication skills.
- Promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Promoting self-esteem and personal development.
- Promoting emotional intelligence.
- Negotiation and conflict resolution techniques.
- Working on self-discipline and positive habits.
- Managing failure and learning from mistakes.
Success of multidisciplinary participation
The initiative has been a great success, reaching maximum capacity. Professionals from diverse backgrounds and fields have participated.
The areas represented include youth, sports, parties and social services. The participating municipalities have been Gata de Gorgos, Dénia, Pedreguer, Benissa, Pego, Calp, Xàbia, els Poblets, the Verger, Ondara, the New Town of Benitatxell y Teulada Moraira.
The importance of early intervention
La xarxa Jove Early intervention with young people is considered essential to address emotional symptoms, problems, anxiety, depression, and other issues. The goal is to improve their overall well-being through community development programs or by identifying and referring them to appropriate professionals.
For this reason, the organization emphasizes the need for professional staff in the Marina Alta municipalities, across all departments, to have the necessary tools to work with young people. This training aims to foster better public service for young citizens and, by extension, for their families and the wider community.
