Youth research

Transitional Network international wants to better understand the presence of young people in the global Transition movement. We know that young people are an important part of Transition, but they are not as visible as they should be.

This survey should take around 10 minutes to complete. You can read it and answer it in the language of your choice. Your responses will help us develop resources, training, and connections tailored to youth-focused initiatives.

What are we asking here?

You have received this form because your group has reported that you are working on 'youth or education projects'. We would like you to know what this looks like in more detail.

Why are we asking for this information?

Getting a better understanding of youth in the Transition movement is an important first step for us to find the right ways to support them and the groups that work with them.

We are interested in connecting young people across the international Transition Network so that they can collaborate and tell us what they need.

We have lots of ideas of how we could support young people. We have been inspired by the work of the Collab Jovem in Brazil and Transition Youth Caucus in the UK, and we believe there are many more great examples to be found.

It is important to us that young people make the decisions about how we should support them, so this data is important to help us begin connecting with them.

Thank you for taking the time to respond to us and all the work you are doing.

In community,

Liza and Max

Youth Engagement Research team

WHAT IS

Your name

Your email

Group name and location

Links of your socials or youth projects

TYPE OF PROJECT: What kind of project do you have with your Transition group involving young people?

EducationYouthChildrenIntergenerational

DURATION: How long have you been doing youth work specifically?

Just starting/planning to startLess than 1 year1-3 years3-5 years5-10 yearsMore than 10 years

AGE GROUPS: What age groups do you work with? (Select all that apply)

Children (5-11)Early teens (12-14)Older teens (15-18)Young adults (19-25)Mixed ages

ENGAGEMENT: How many young people typically participate in your activities?

1-1011-2526-5051-100100+Variable/seasonal

FREQUENCY: How frequently do you run youth activities?

DailyWeeklyMonthlyAd-hoc/event based

LOCATION: Where do your youth activities take place? (Select all that apply)

SchoolsCommunity gardens/outdoor spacesCommunity centers/hallsOnline/virtualMembers' homes or private spacesPublic spaces (parks, streets, etc.)Youth centersOur own dedicated spaceOther

CONTENT: What types of youth activities do you do with youth? (Select all that apply)

School workshops/visitsAfter-school clubsHoliday programsYouth-led projectsEnvironmental educationSkills workshops (e.g., growing food, repair)Leadership/activism trainingCommunity events with youth participationPeer education programsIntergenerational projectsOther

CHALLENGES: What are your main challenges in working with youth? (Rank top 3, or select all that apply)

Funding/financial resourcesRecruiting/retaining young participantsFinding suitable venues/spacesLack of skilled youth workers/facilitatorsInsurance/safeguarding requirementsEngaging schools/educational institutionsTime constraints of volunteersParental engagement/supportTransportation for young peopleSustaining long-term engagementDeveloping age-appropriate contentMeasuring impactOther

NEEDS: What are the needs of young people in your group? (Select all that apply)

Climate action & environmental connection - Understanding climate issues, taking action, connecting with nature, learning sustainable skillsMental health & wellbeing - Climate anxiety, self-esteem, social connection, sense of belonging, coping with uncertaintyPractical skills development - Growing food, repair, making, digital literacy, career/livelihood skillsVoice, empowerment & agency - Being heard, making real impact, participating in decisions, creative expressionCommunity & intergenerational connection - Meaningful relationships across ages, local community ties, sense of purposeLeadership & organizing skills - Critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, activism, systems changeAccess to opportunities & resources - Safe spaces, transportation, equipment, employment, activities beyond screensOther

YOUTHWORK: How many facilitators/volunteers are involved in your youth work?

1-2 people3-5 people6-10 people11-20 peopleMore than 20 peopleVariable/depends on the activity

REPRESENTATION: Do young people have a say in what activities you do and how you do them?

Yes, they lead or co-design activitiesYes, we regularly ask for their inputSometimes, informallyNot yet, but we'd like to involve them moreNot applicableOther

WHAT IF

From time to time we will organise sessions for getting groups who want to work on a particular topic together.
COLLABORATION: Would you be interested in connecting with other Transition groups doing youth work?

Yes, locallyYes, internationallyYes, in my language (specify below)Yes, in EnglishMaybeNot at this time
If you have chosen 'in your language', which language is it?

SUPPORT: What support would be most valuable to you? (Rank top 3)

Funding/grant informationYouth engagement strategiesReady-made activity resources/toolkitsTraining in youth work/facilitationSafeguarding guidanceConnection with other youth-focused groupsAccess to case studies/best practicesHelp with evaluation/impact measurementMentorship from experienced youth workersMarketing/outreach materialsPartnership opportunitiesOther

ASPIRATIONS: What outcomes are you hoping to achieve with young people? (Select all that apply)

Environmental awareness/knowledgePractical sustainability skillsClimate action/activismCommunity connectionLeadership skillsWellbeing/mental health supportEmployment/livelihood skillsBehavior changePeer education/ripple effectsOther

WHAT NEXT

PLANS: What are your plans for youth work in the next 1-2 years?

Expand current activitiesStart new types of activitiesReach more young peopleDeepen work with current participantsPartner with schools/organizationsScale back/pauseMaintain current levelUncertain

CAPACITY: If you join an international youth project hosted by Transition Network, would you have capacity to implement it with your group?

Yes, we have the capacity and would be very interestedYes, but we'd need some support (funding, training, materials)Possibly, depending on the time commitment requiredPossibly, depending on what resources/support are providedUnlikely - we're at full capacity with current activitiesNo, not at this timeUnsure - would need more details about what's involved

Want to get more involved?

Would you like to be part of the international Youth in Transition Advisory Group?
This group will help shape Transition Network's youth strategy and connect youth-focused initiatives across the network.

Yes, please contact me about joiningMaybe, I'd like more information firstNo, not at this time

Share your story (optional)

We'd love to feature inspiring examples of youth work across the network. If you have photos, videos, or media showing your youth activities, please share them with us, to youth@transitionnetwork.org. You can also use this space to write a bit more about your youth activity or group.

Consent & Contact Preferences

CONSENT: I agree to be contacted by Transition Network International for: (Select all that apply)

Follow-up questions about this surveyFeaturing our work in case studies or communicationsOpportunities to connect with other youth-focused groupsInformation about training, resources, and fundingInvitations to youth-focused events or projectsUpdates on TNi's youth strategy development

We respect your privacy and won't share your details outside Transition Network International.

I consent to TNi storing and using my contact information for the purposes selected above.

Thank you for filling in this survey! We will publish the findings by February 2026.

Follow the socials and the newsletter of Transition Network international for more engagement possibilities.

In gratitude,

Liza and Max

Youth Engagement Research team