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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Knowing the signs, risks and dangers that hide in plain sight within every community! Safe Horizons Anti-Trafficking Program (ATP) supports survivors of labor & sex trafficking in New York and is one of the largest programs for victims of human trafficking on the East Coast. Facilitated by: Eva Chavez, Training and Outreach Manager, Safe Horizon […]

Join families and young people across New York State for a week of advocacy about topics and issues that are important to you! Families Together in New York State will be hosting training sessions and town halls where families and youth will be able to speak directly with important legislators and change-makers in New York […]

Please join us for an informative Panel Discussion with Safe Horizon. This the second in a two part series. Human Trafficking exists in every community help us to elevate awareness and protect the vulnerable. Safe Horizons Anti-Trafficking Program (ATP) supports survivors of labor & sex trafficking in New York and is one of the largest […]

This presentation helps to raise understanding and awareness surrounding the topic of gender. We explore what gender is and the ways we experience gender from gender roles/norms to our own gender identity and expression. The presentation also discusses what it means to be transgender and what transphobia is and how we see it in our world. Through lecture and open discussion students will also learn skills for […]

Learn tools and strategies for supporting the young people in your care as they grow into young leaders and transition into adulthood. Foundations for Leadership is FREE workshop series connected to VYLFs and offered in the community for parents/caregivers of youth with disabilities that brings together both the family and youth perspective. We give caregivers the tools […]

Nancy Shelton is joining us again to present on Self-Discovery and Awareness: Who am I and Why It Matters This eye-opening activity and conversation commences the individual insight into their assumptions and how they inform our thoughts and behaviors. Participants will explore their assumptions as a segue and entry point into the deeper dive about […]

This VYLF is a FREE 6-day event (2.5 hours a day) that is presented in a fun, interactive and educational format with the support of peers along the way. We create a safe, youth friendly environment with plenty of fun activities to compliment the wealth of knowledge being learned! We invite young leaders to join us to build […]