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What does it mean?
Young people are valuable because they challenge norms, care about fairness, and remain receptive to new ideas.
In plain terms
Youths ask questions, care about justice, and keep their minds open.
What can you take from it?
Listen to young voices for progress and truth.

Where it applies

  • educational settings
  • community organizing
  • parenting

Putting it to work

  • mentor youth
  • support youth activism
  • encourage questioning

Questions to consider

  • How do you foster open minds in youth?
  • What justice issues matter most to them?

Another view

Not all young people share these traits universally.

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