includes index and biblioraphy

It explores how young people have contributed significantly to society in the past and suggests ways in which they can take center stage again. Traditionally, society has legitimized four spaces for young people: the family, friends,education/careers and leisure. The book introduces the concept of the 5th space-a space that goes beyond the commonly used terms of volunteerism and active citizenship and focuses on three critical aspects of youth development: understanding the self, building meaningful relationships and impacting society. By facilitating young people to connect their selves with society and by developing skills, values and attitudes that enable them to impact the world around them, the 5th space becomes a critical strategy for renewing society.