Are you a youth who has lived experience in a system? Are you looking for a way to get involved with advocacy across different systems, and would like to learn how Youth Power of FTNYS can help? Join us January 28th from 4:00 to 5:00pm for an introductory presentation about Youth Power of FTNYS and ways YOUth in the community can get involved with us! For questions or concerns, please contact Zack Kilmer at zkilmer@ftnys.org

February 8th, 9th, 10th & 11th The requirements of the new web-based FANS include: - Four – concurrent 1 ½ hour sessions with homework each session - You must participate in all four days training to be able to take the test - A passing grade on the on-line test of 70% or more is required for successful use of FANS with parents - Yearly Re-certification using the on-line learning system To Register for FANS Basic click or cut and…

Navigating Mental Health in the LGBTQ Community is a presentation seeking for attendees to leave with a greater understanding of how to create an affirming environment within their own therapeutic space. This workshop includes a full review of the "Do’s and Don’t’s"; Questions clinicians can and should ask to explore a person’s identity in a helpful way. The objectives of this presentation is to help mental health providers understand the ways in which sexual orientation and gender identity impact mental health, including gender dysphoria, and gain a greater understanding of Gender…