| 6 Cs of Positive Youth Development |
Assets identified by the interviewees |
| Competence |
peer learning, increased skills (communication, creativity and problem-solving, entrepreneurship, languages, civic, leadership, teamwork, organizational skills), improved school performance, school and work habits, career decision-making |
| Confidence |
self-esteem and self-efficacy, motivation, determination, initiative, empowerment |
| Connection |
sense of belonging, relationship with teachers and community members and institutions, trust, teamwork |
| Character |
character strengths, such as: love of learning, creativity, curiosity, leadership, zest, teamwork, perspective, social intelligence |
| Caring |
deep understanding of community needs, decreased stereotypes and discrimination, civic attitudes, awareness, and engagement in school and in the community |
| Contribution |
contribution to family, school and local community, active citizenship |
