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PAX Tools® is a collection of trauma-informed, evidence-based strategies that improve relationships, support self-regulation, and build resilience. These tools help create nurturing environments in out-of-school settings and equip young people with lifelong positive behavioral skills.

Objectives & Outcomes

  • Learn to increase Peace, Productivity, Health, and Happiness in out-of-school settings
  • 86% reported that PAX Tools led to less arguing and disagreement among children

*Based on Ohio Boys & Girls Clubs 2022-2023 implementation

  • Address common behavioral challenges and strategies to increase self-regulation for young people
  • 92% of staff saw an improvement in children's cooperation after using PAX Tools

*Based on WA Boys & Girls Clubs, 2023 implementation 

  • Learn to implement evidence-based strategies that align with organization goals
  • 99% reported that PAX Tools strategies are consistent with the aims and objectives of their organization

*Based on WA Boys & Girls Clubs, 2022 implementation

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"I loved it. While the Boys and Girls Club does highlight most of these activities already, PAX Tools specifically acknowledges and improves on such. It gives a new and needed perspective!"

- Boys and Girls Club Member, Alabama

I love the information and training is packed with only what’s necessary.  Every aspect of this training was important and powerful in making an effective impact on our youth.  I look forward to implementing the rest of the tools in PAX.

- Boys and Girls Club Member, Georgia

PAX Tools for Youth Development is a collection of trauma-informed, evidence-based behavioral strategies for adults who work with young people in out-of-school time settings. These strategies promote the development of self-regulation in young people, reduce conflict between young people and adults, and improve relationships. Upon completion of the course, participants will be equipped with ten trauma-informed PAX Tools strategies they can begin using the very next day!

Who: out-of-school time staff, summer & day camp leadership, youth mentors, youth development staff, youth activities coordinators

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“I can see that it will go a long way when working with the youth in our program.”

- Youth Worker, Texas

This training was very motivating & informative with great tools to utilize in the future.

- Youth Worker, Kansas

PAX Tools for Youth Workers provides trauma-informed, evidence-based strategies for those working with youth in out-of-school time settings. Upon completion of the course, participants will be equipped with eight PAX Tools strategies they can use in their everyday work with youth.  

Who: Ideal for entry-level professionals, volunteers, and part-time staff.

  • Camp counselors
  • Recreational staff
  • Seasonal staff
  • Volunteers
  • Youth-development professionals
  • Youth Mentors

PAX Tools Next Steps

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The PAX Tools Next Steps training is a 4-hour, advanced session designed for individuals who have already completed the initial PAX Tools training. This interactive training deepens participants’ understanding of the PAX Tools strategies and enhances their ability to apply them with fidelity and confidence in a variety of settings.

Who: individuals who have previously attended a PAX Tools training, including:

  • Out-of-School Time Staff
  • Behavioral Health Professionals
  • Family Educators
  • Youth Workers

And Many More...