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 Resources for starting a YP. If you already have your YP up and running, check out the Established YP resources page.

Want to get a YP network up and running? Got started but need help? Just look through our QuickStart Guide below.

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Discussions about starting a YP group
Why would you want to start a YP network? Who should participate? The talking points below will help you get a conversation going.

Questions to ask before you start


 

 

  

How NDYP can help you
Need someone to talk to about how to get started? Looking for help putting together a website? Our resources are a great starting point for new networks.

NDYP Resource Guide


 

  

Steps to getting started
What should you do first? How do you get your YP network off the ground? Look here.

Launching a YP checklist


 

 

YP Activities and Planning
Events can range from attending a play to a session on business etiquette. All of these activities help young professionals feel welcome and engaged in their community. When people feel like they have a place in the community and a network of friends, they’re more apt to stay.

Events Checklist


 

 

YP network structure examples
These are the four types of YP network structures that we have seen in North Dakota. Contact us if you have any to add.

Structure Examples


 

Bylaws
Examples of how to structure your new YP network.

NDYP Bylaws (.doc) –state network bylaws

Bismarck-Manda YP Bylaws (.doc) – an example of local network bylaws, chamber partner

Greater Grand Forks YP Bylaws (.doc) – an example of independent organization bylaws

Fargo-Moorhead YP (.doc) – an example of chamber driven YP operating procedures