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Shaping ethics: youth workers matter.

Joyce A Walker1, Cecilia F Gran, Arnoldo Curiel

  • 1Youth Development Leadership Masters of Education Program, College of Education and Human Development, University of Minnesota, USA.

New Directions for Youth Development
|March 31, 2006
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Youth workers must first examine their own ethics to effectively guide young people in making ethical choices. This self-reflection is key to fostering ethical development in youth.

Area of Science:

  • Youth Development
  • Ethics Education
  • Social Work

Background:

  • Youth workers and educators play a crucial role in shaping young people's ethical understanding.
  • Effective ethical guidance requires self-awareness from those working with youth.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the necessity of self-reflection on personal ethics for youth workers.
  • To provide a framework for promoting ethical congruence in youth work.
  • To enhance the capacity of youth workers to foster ethical decision-making in young people.

Main Methods:

  • The study draws on observations and experiences from the Minnesota Youth Work Institute.
  • It involves critical reflection by front-line staff and caregivers on their daily choices and decisions.
  • Qualitative analysis of practical experiences in youth work settings.

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Main Results:

  • Youth workers need to understand their own ethical frameworks before guiding youth.
  • Self-awareness of ethical impacts empowers youth workers to create opportunities for youth ethical choices.
  • The study highlights the importance of aligning ethical teachings with practical application.

Conclusions:

  • Personal ethical exploration by youth workers is a prerequisite for effective youth ethical development.
  • Promoting ethical congruence requires intentional self-reflection and practice.
  • This approach supports the holistic ethical growth of young individuals.