Approaching different youth age scales

Under 10
Group 12 
 
 To introduce children to amateur radio, we should create games that aren't too boring and not too complex; otherwise, the children won't be able to understand them. For example, games in the woods, in parks or at school.

10-14
Group 2 
 
 Visiting their school and making presentations about the hobby. Also bring a portable HF station and showcasing to them how to operate. Lego through radio, Battleship through radio, simple ARDF, sport event, SSTV, ARISS Contact... 
 
 Group 12 
 
 Create engaging activities and slightly more complex, matching their level of education. For example, activities in the woods, parks or at school that are challenging but still understandable for them.

15-20


21-25
Group 11 
 Approach 
 
 
 Presentations and workshops in high schools/unis 
 Active social media presence, managed by youngsters 
 Club stations 
 ARDF 
 Organize events 
 Go to fairs (maker faire, 37C3...) 
 
 
 Keeping them interested 
 
 
 Regular activities
 
 Weekly meetings 
 Project 
 Field days 
 contests 
 activations (POTA/SOTA...) 
 Camps 
 ARDF 
 Workshops 
 
 
 Having transceivers available to lend to newcomers

Keeping 25+ active?
Group 12 
 
 
 establish a mentorship program where experienced hams can pair up with youngsters 
 plan activities to appeal all ages such as tech workshops 
 Encourage elmers to learn about new technologies and digital modes 
 Hosting social gatherings encouraging interactions among members 
 Intitiating projects requiring collaborationbetween the youth and the elmers