The study book Talent-focused work with vulnerable young people is written by Sebastian Abdallah, Maike Kooijmans and Jolanda Sonneveld. It is aimed at professionals and students who work with vulnerable young people through talent-focused work. The book provides methodical tools to promote social participation and personal growth for this group.
The book is divided into three parts. Part 1 examines different perspectives on talent and the educational value of talent-focused work as developmental, recognition, and connecting work. Part 2 presents five concrete forms of action for practice: connecting in, igniting, encouraging & tempering, making special, and connecting. Part 3 focuses on success experiences, role models, and talent projects as a prevention strategy, supported by case material and practical examples.
The material aligns with the field of youth work and social professionals and can serve as a study book within bachelor’s programs at HBO institutions. The book includes an online platform with additional assignments, visual material, and descriptions of methods to support application in practice.