In Section 4: Program Delivery, you learned that even with a focus on setting an environment for positive behaviors, sometimes there are disruptions that need to be addressed. Giving young people a chance to talk through issues and come to mutually agreeable solutions will empower them to solve problems on their own and will create a safe environment for all youth.
Directions: This process is designed to allow a group of people to discuss an issue in a productive, non-confrontational way. This can be an issue for one person, between two people, or among many in the group. The process has been successful with people of all ages, as it gives young people a chance for their voices to be heard, as well as allowing adults a forum for uninterrupted sharing. There are many variations on peer consultation (sometimes called mediation), so you should structure this in the way that works best for your program and youth who attend.