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The main reason for this article is analysis the problems and risks connected with functioning youth in modern world, with particular reference to the educator’s role in forming identity of the young generation. In connection with described situation large meaning has the change in the functioning people and world, connected with changing the role of family in upbringing, the loss of existing authorities and omnipresent in young people’s life media and popular culture. Essential element is educators’ actions which should help young people cope with challenges which they will have because of changes in our dynamical world. This is why very important factor is knowing their experiences in context of their challenges, risks or consequences connected with upbringing the youngest generation.