Scholarlink

<p>This study introduces a critical interpretive systematic review that examines how arts-based interventions contribute to adolescent and youth development when interpreted through the expanded 7Cs model of Positive Youth Development (PYD). The analysis reinterprets findings from diverse creative interventions that were not originally designed within a PYD framework, revealing their natural alignment with PYD principles. Results show that arts-based initiatives foster psychosocial empowerment and holistic growth through creative engagement, primarily enhancing Creativity, Confidence, Connection, Character and Caring. Participation, co-creation, and the presence of safe, supportive environments emerged as key mechanisms of change and success. The study proposes the 7Cs PYD model as a valuable analytical tool for evaluating arts-based programs and emphasizes the systematic integration of such approaches into education, community practice, and youth development policy.</p>

错误：搜索内容不能为空，请输入英文关键词
错误：关键词超出字数限制，请精简
高级检索

Youth creativity in arts based interventions guided by the 7Cs model of positive youth development

  • 期刊论文

  • 出版模式：

    开放获取

  • 发表日期：

    2026年5月27日

查看全文
  • Maria Assariotaki,
  • Eleni Vasilaki,
  • Aikaterini Vasiou

摘要

This study introduces a critical interpretive systematic review that examines how arts-based interventions contribute to adolescent and youth development when interpreted through the expanded 7Cs model of Positive Youth Development (PYD). The analysis reinterprets findings from diverse creative interventions that were not originally designed within a PYD framework, revealing their natural alignment with PYD principles. Results show that arts-based initiatives foster psychosocial empowerment and holistic growth through creative engagement, primarily enhancing Creativity, Confidence, Connection, Character and Caring. Participation, co-creation, and the presence of safe, supportive environments emerged as key mechanisms of change and success. The study proposes the 7Cs PYD model as a valuable analytical tool for evaluating arts-based programs and emphasizes the systematic integration of such approaches into education, community practice, and youth development policy.