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Identity formation is an important process for individuals to become part of a social group and develop a sense of belonging. It involves developing a sense of self, one’s role in society, and an understanding of one’s own values and beliefs. Social capital is an essential component of this process, as it is the collective resources of a social network, such as shared knowledge, relationships, and norms, that can help build relationships and promote civic engagement. You can find additional resources on how to support students in building their identities and social capital below.
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Resources for Practitioners
Learn about this research-based messaging guide for youth advocates working across various sectors (K-12, Higher Ed, Career Navigation, and Youth Development) who want to communicate the value of social capital and build support for programs and interventions that help young people develop.
Check out this toolkit on designing pathways and learn more about how youth form their occupational identities. Equitable Futures also provides research informed tools and resources on youth occupational identity formation.
Read more about the Developmental Relationships Framework drawn from research and the experiences shared by young people. Through this framework, young people can discover who they are, cultivate the abilities needed for them to shape their own lives, and learning how to engage with and contribute to the world around them.
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