Asia’s First Interactive Book on Working with Youth
Youth Lenses is Asia’s first interactive book on working with young people. It is an interactive book for parents, youth work practitioners, educators and youth volunteers to:
- Examine the importance of how we look at problems presented to us
- Challenge the idea that we need a foolproof solution
- Highlight the need for creativity and curiosity when we interact with youths
- Explore small, tangible steps to see a different outcome
This book is written based on my youth work experience for the past two decades, specializing in working with children and youths in the community. Enjoy this book which draws from my work starting as a caseworker overseeing individuals, families and programmes till eventually where I was heading the Youth Service of REACH Community Services Society (Singapore) for many years.
Be prepared to immerse yourself into a world of possibilities, ideas and achieve a different outcome for yourself today with young people.
Matthew Koh –
Great book, simple read!
Every word from the book speaks clearly of the passion Joe has in impacting the lives of the next generation.
The videos are bite-sized and interesting, providing a different enjoyable experience as I read the book.
Anyone working with youths should consider getting a copy of it to get some instant inspiration of how you can impact the lives of the youths better!
Nurman Bin Mohammed Eusope –
Reading Joe Chan’s “Youth Lenses” was a truly enlightening experience for me. Chan, with his expertise as a youth coach, presents a fresh perspective on youth engagement that is both thought-provoking and inspiring.
Despite being a concise 44-page read, the book had a profound impact on my understanding of problem-solving and reframing issues. It made me reflect on our tendency as adults to jump in and solve problems for youths without considering if our intervention is truly needed or beneficial. This led me to question my own intentions: am I genuinely interested in understanding the youth’s perspective, or am I just being ‘kay poh’?
What I found particularly innovative about “Youth Lenses” was its use of technology. The inclusion of scannable QR codes that lead to Chan’s YouTube videos added a multimedia dimension to the learning experience. Moreover, the book provides straightforward and achievable applications, making it not just a theoretical read but a practical guide for engaging with youths.
The essence of Chan’s message resonated deeply with me, particularly the quote from Albert Camus: “Don’t walk in front of me… I may not follow. Don’t walk behind me… I may not lead. Walk beside me… just be my friend.” This sentiment underscores the importance of walking alongside youths, exploring together, and building relationships one step at a time.
In conclusion, “Youth Lenses” is more than just a book; it’s an invitation to stay curious and open-minded in our interactions with young people. It serves as a powerful reminder that sometimes; the most significant change can come from simply viewing things from a different perspective. This book has not only broadened my horizons but also touched my heart with its sincerity and empowering message.
Leslie Lenus –
Thank you for publishing this book which will come in very useful for parents and youths
Octavia –
Good post and straight to the point. I don’t know if this is actually
the best place to ask but do you folks have any thoughts on where to employ some professional
writers? Thanks in advance 🙂
joechansq –
Hi @Octavia, maybe can you get in touch with me at joe@coachjoechan.com?
Depending on the topic.. I believe you. But just get in touch with me first?
Thanks!