Positive Youth Development Associate Institute Director
Division of Extension l Department of Extension
Hometown: Madison, WI
Annie Lisowski is a Professor of Youth Development in the Department of Extension. Lisowski’s work centers bringing youth and adults together in partnership to strengthen community assets and address community needs. She focuses her research on youth voice and resiliency, restorative justice and the culture of mistake making, and equity in youth empowerment programs. Lisowski has an undergraduate degree in secondary education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master’s degree in youth development administration from Kansas State University.
Talks:
Empowering Young People To Use Their Voice
Join us for an engaging presentation on the transformative power of youth voice in youth development programs. This Badger Talk will explore how empowering young people in their communities can lead to thriving organizations and agencies that benefit all. We will discuss the importance of youth-adult partnerships and how young people are more likely to contribute meaningfully when they feel their voices are heard. By supporting young people, adults can help them develop skills for the future and empower them to become active citizens and community change agents. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to harness the potential of youth voice to create positive change in your community!
Building Resilience in Our Youth Generations
Join us for an engaging Badger Talk that highlights the unique strengths and challenges of today’s youth and adolescent generations. This presentation will aim to bridge research with real-world applications, highlighting lessons learned from implementing theory in community youth development programs across the state. Discover effective strategies for fostering resilience and cultivating a restorative mindset and lens. Designed for parents, coaches, educators, and community leaders, this presentation offers practical strategies and tools that can be immediately put into action to empower the next generations of young people as we help to prepare them to navigate post-secondary pathways and transition to adulthood.