More Information About Asset Building
The Developmental Asset framework is categorized into two groups of 20 assets. External assets are the positive experiences young people receive from the world around them. These 20 assets are about supporting and empowering young people, about setting boundaries and expectations, and about positive and constructive use of young people's time. External assets identify important roles that families, schools, congregations, neighborhoods, and youth organizations can play in promoting healthy development.
The twenty internal assets identify those characteristics and behaviors that reflect positive internal growth and development of young people. These assets are about positive values and identities, social competencies, and commitment to learning. The internal Developmental Assets will help these young people make thoughtful and positive choices and, in turn, be better prepared for situations in life that challenge their inner strength and confidence.
We invite you to thoroughly explore Search Institute: read about each of the 40 Developmental Assets, learn more about the research behind the assets, and discover all the resources and support services Search Institute provides to assist those who are ready to begin improving the lives of young people and their
communities.
Tools for Introducing Assets to Others
Search Institute has several resources designed to
present the Developmental Assets and the research behind them in simple terms
to different groups in your organization or community. Check these out, along
with
other resources:
More Information on the Assets
This Web site is packed with information on these assets. What you'll
learn is that investing in these assets doesn't necessarily cost much money,
but it does take time. Here are some ways to learn more:
