Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Youth Panel During YCPRT Virtual Symposium

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On Friday, November 22, 2024, youth leaders Zoey, Michael and Kaydence shared shared their insights as part of a panel during the Youth Centered Permanency Roundtable's Virtual Symposium. 

Link to slides from their presentation


Quotes from the chat when the presentation was over:

  • I could not be prouder of these young people. I am so honored to know Kaydence and Michael!
  • I'm inspired! Thank you all for sharing!
  • Thank you for sharing your stories!  You did awesome.
  • Thank you so much for sharing - your voice matters!
  • Well done to each of you! Thank you for sharing.
  • Thank you for sharing.
  • Thank you so much for sharing. I have been doing this for a long time and these are the stories that keep me going in helping the youth that I am responsible for. Well done!
  • Thank you all so much for being vulnerable and transparent about your experiences. You inspire us to do better for our future, which IS you. Great job and best wishes in those endeavors!!
  • Thank you for being courageous in your vulnerability.
  • Thank you for sharing!  Very impactful.
  • I appreciate you and your wisdom. Thank you!
  • Thank you for your willingness to share. You are bright young people and your future looks bright.
  • You all have been the best part of my week. You have inspired me and I appreciate you allowing us the space to lean from you!
  • Thank you! Thank you! So grateful to be able to be here for the presentation!!
  • Thanks to the three of you. Amazing!
  • Thanks to all of you! You did great!


Thursday, November 7, 2024

OHIO YAB Ambassadors present during DCY All Staff Meeting

On Wednesday, November 6, 2024, OHIO YAB Youth Ambassadors Jaylin Hart and Yonnae Ase presented on a panel during the All Staff Meeting of the Department of Children and Youth. This event took place at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. At one point, the audience responded with a standing ovation.

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During the panel, Jaylin brought a copy of the Youth Rights Handbook and discussed the importance of county children services agencies needing to consistently support and abide by those rights. Here is a link to more photos.