Join us for "Real Talk, Real Tools, Real Support," a training series for parents and caregivers. Delve into key topics with practical tools to support, empower, and connect families. 1st Training: "Dadvocating" Join us on September 29, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM for "Dadvocating," a specialized training session aimed at empowering fathers and male […]

Location: Zoom Occurs monthly on the first Tuesday from 12:00PM-1:00PM Lived Experience Cafe Whether you are new to your role or have been a Family Peer Advocate for many years, the Lived Experience Cafe is an FPA networking group to share experiences, innovative and effective practices, knowledge and skills, solution to barriers and challenges, and […]

Location: Zoom Occurs monthly on the second Wednesday from 3:00pm-4:00pm Statewide meeting for Youth Peer Advocates (YPA), Certified Recovery Peer Advocates (CRPA), New York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) and others in similar peer-based roles that work with youth to have an open discussion about tools and strategies, advocacy, networking and peer-to-peer mentorship, and workforce development! […]

The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is partnering with the Western New York Departments of Community Services to host in-person Community Engagement Sessions on Oct. 8-10, 2025. The 2023 Community Engagement Sessions took OMH across New York. Now, we are returning to share what we did with your feedback and hear more about your needs and your ideas! There will be sessions in Hornell, Rochester, Buffalo, […]

Join us for an engaging experience where you’ll learn how to craft impactful stories that resonate and drive change. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and connect with others passionate about advocacy. Please keep in mind this training is primarily for NYC, Lower Hudson, and Long Island Residents. We will be hosting […]

The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is partnering with the Western New York Departments of Community Services to host in-person Community Engagement Sessions on Oct. 8-10, 2025. The 2023 Community Engagement Sessions took OMH across New York. Now, we are returning to share what we did with your feedback and hear more about your needs and your ideas! There will be sessions in Hornell, Rochester, Buffalo, […]

The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is partnering with the Western New York Departments of Community Services to host in-person Community Engagement Sessions on Oct. 8-10, 2025. The 2023 Community Engagement Sessions took OMH across New York. Now, we are returning to share what we did with your feedback and hear more about your needs and your ideas! There will be sessions in Hornell, Rochester, Buffalo, […]

The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is partnering with the Western New York Departments of Community Services to host in-person Community Engagement Sessions on Oct. 8-10, 2025. The 2023 Community Engagement Sessions took OMH across New York. Now, we are returning to share what we did with your feedback and hear more about your needs and your ideas! There will be sessions in Hornell, Rochester, Buffalo, […]

Location: Zoom Occurs bi-monthly on the second Tuesday from 11:00AM-12:00PM New open forum for YPA supervisors to discuss the challenges and successes of supervising youth peer advocates and to support role clarity! REGISTER HERE!

Join us for an engaging experience where you’ll learn how to craft impactful stories that resonate and drive change. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and connect with others passionate about advocacy. Please keep in mind this training is primarily for NYC, Lower Hudson, and Long Island Residents. We will be hosting […]