"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."
- Maya Angelou
We are dedicated to empowering organisations and speakers to make a genuine and lasting impact on the lives of young people.
Our comprehensive training is grounded in self-determination theory, neuroscience and cognitive psychology that reaches beyond traditional methods, focusing on techniques that equip facilitators and speakers with a deep understanding of their capacity to drive meaningful change.
YEP Training
Facilitation Training
YEP prioritises a training methodology that embodies the meeting place of research, theoretical understanding, experiential learning and personal development.
The construct of our philosophy recognises that organisations' capacity to facilitate impact within their audience is directly correlated to the following:
The facilitator's understanding of content
The individual's facilitation craft
The facilitator's understanding of self
Many organisations ensure their facilitators have a clarity of understanding of content, and facilitation that delivers content well can be a great experience for the audience. We know that facilitation that has a life-changing impact is more than just having content down pat, and this is where essential growth is needed for organisations to reach new heights. It's knowing how to deliver this content through inspired facilitation paired with the facilitator's deep understanding of self. To enhance an audience's experience from great to life-changing, these are the elements that are paramount.
Our training is designed to help facilitators engage audiences, build confidence, and improve their communication and leadership skills.
Through our program, you and your team will:
gain valuable insights into the art of facilitation
learn how to create a positive and inclusive environment
command attention and build credibility
receive feedback and notes on content delivery
engage audience members from the front to the back row
We offer either a sequenced or customised training program to meet the unique needs of your organisation, and our training is always interactive, engaging, challenging and proven to help drive meaningful change.
Contact us to learn more about our facilitation training program and take the first step towards achieving your goals.
We are doing this for Australia’s youth because they are tomorrow’s leaders. We inherently understand the importance of exceptional facilitation, and we are incredibly proud to be working with organisations that deeply value the necessity of this work to drive meaningful change in the youth landscape.
Our Services:
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Up-skill your team of facilitators to equip them with the confidence and knowledge to take your impact to new heights. Delivering single and multi-day workshops, as well as ongoing support and mentoring.
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We provide tailored mentoring for individual presenters and speakers wanting to enhance their reach for tangible change.
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Empowering educators with new skills and knowledge for youth engagement with practical tools delivered through engaging workshops.
What people are saying:
“During my facilitation experiences, I frequently faced challenges in connecting with audiences and felt disheartened when I couldn't find the right words on stage. This frustration led me to seek help from Youth Engagement Project. Collaborating with Amanda and Skye has been an immensely transformative journey, where I acquired the skills to master facilitation and effectively engage my audience. With their unwavering support, I now approach keynotes, workshops, and everyday conversations with newfound confidence. Moreover, working with them has catapulted my career, enhanced my credibility, and strengthened my personal brand. I am eagerly looking forward to continuing this fruitful partnership with the remarkable individuals from YEP for years to come. “
- Wil Massara, CEO of Youth Leadership Academy Australia
We have several training options available to suit the needs of your charity, organisation and team.
Facilitation Training Program
Delivered in three stages, this training is designed for facilitators to have the same language, skill set and support they need to deliver effective and highly engaging facilitation. Each stage is delivered as a 1.5-2 day workshop each involving stand and deliver opportunities and rich feedback.
Stage 1: Facilitation Foundations
Stage 2: Facilitation Excellence
Stage 3: Facilitation Mastery
These are outlined in greater detail below.
Bespoke Training Program
Youth Engagement Project facilitators will work with your leadership and senior team to determine a program that meets the needs of your organisation.
This stream combines elements of Stage 1, 2 and 3 training components and allows the opportunity for more experienced members to level up their facilitation and speaking skill set.
To book a consult and discuss options to build out a rigorous and impactful training program, contact us at: hello@youthengagementproject.com
Private Training Program
Our private training program is tailored for speakers and facilitators who work independently or for senior facilitators seeking personal and professional growth.
This program is developed in consultation with the YEP team.
One-on-one content development and delivery feedback
Tailored skill-development based on initial assessment of competencies and identified areas for growth
Contact hello@youthengagementproject.com for more information and to start your journey from great to life-changing.
Facilitation and Speaker Training Program
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Stage 1: Facilitation Foundations
Facilitation Foundations is our Stage 1 Facilitation Training curriculum that equips participants with the skills required for effective facilitation.
Throughout this program, individuals will master foundational facilitation strategies such as structuring content with precision, providing clear and concise guidance to participants, employing engaging techniques like space anchoring, and practising active listening while valuing participant contributions.
Participants will be guided through embracing risk-taking and personal growth while learning to build rapid connections with diverse audiences and foster inclusive environments marked by safety and clear expectations.
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Stage 2: Facilitation Excellence
Facilitation Excellence is our Stage 2 Facilitation Training curriculum that builds upon the skillsets embodied in Facilitation Foundations.
This training teaches individuals how to captivate and inspire through mastering the five facilitation packages and identifying their crucial role in reaching explicit outcomes. Participants discover how to recognise and leverage peak moments for maximum impact, knowing when to build gradient or shift the focus.
Finesse the skills required to create a space of safety and belonging that invites vulnerability whilst managing personal emotional energy. Learn the craft of intentional atmospheres for optimal learning and how to strategically build the complexity and emotional depth of content throughout a program.
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Stage 3: Facilitation Mastery
Facilitation Mastery is our Stage 3 Facilitation Training curriculum that builds upon the skillsets delivered in Stages 1 and 2, through advanced training, stand and deliver, and learning the art of navigating liminal space.
This training curriculum empowers participants to create and maintain balanced energy in programs, read and respond to group needs, develop unwavering leadership identity, and master the art of pace and rhythm. Individuals gain insight into the profound impact of nervous system regulation in shared spaces and build confidence in giving and receiving feedback.
Learn to balance intellectual and emotional engagement and tap into organic intelligence by surrendering control. Facilitation Mastery teaches the strategies for seamlessly integrating concepts and exploring collaborative co-facilitation dynamics.
“With their unwavering support, I now approach keynotes, workshops, and everyday conversations with newfound confidence. Moreover, working with them has catapulted my career, enhanced my credibility, and strengthened my personal brand.”
Wil Massara, CEO Youth Leadership Academy Australia
“They are incredibly relatable, which is priceless in this day and age for people wanting to learn from someone who “gets it.”
Bonnie, YLAA and Ignite Camp Facilitator
“The true joy, passion and commitment to their mission shows up in the beautiful work they are doing and the genuine relationships they form. Thank you.”
Liv, Mindfull Aus Facilitator
“In the process of facilitation training, they supported me through finding my own unique style and step into finding my voice, building and supporting me as a person first and then providing the skills for facilitation and presenting.”
Liam, Ignite Camp Facilitator
Let’s make some magic:
If you're ready to enhance your facilitation skills or would like some guidance on a specific facilitation challenge, we want to hear from you.
If you’re ready to tap into your genuine strengths and personal genius to have a profound impact on the lives of your people, we want to hear from you.
If your organisation is ready to build a legacy of genuine engagement to drive meaningful change, we want to hear from you.
If you’re ready to deepen your understanding and step into your facilitation power to allow young people to be heard, inspired and empowered to shape their own future, we want to hear from you
