PYD Glossary
Domains
In this toolkit, domains refer to the four larger, overarching themes of a PYD approach. Under each domain, there are a number of key constructs for PYD, and associated indicators.
Feature
An approach or activity that a program can implement with youth.
Indicator
A specific, observable and measurable characteristic used to demonstrate changes or progress in a program toward a specific outcome. In this toolkit, the indicators map to specific PYD constructs.
Construct
An attribute of a person or group of people that often cannot be measured directly, but can be assessed using a number of indicators or variables (for example, self-regulation).
Tool
A scale, index or method of measuring indicators.
Youth
Individuals between the ages of 10 and 29, which is the age band for youth and young people in USAID programs.
