Youth Empowerment

Moffat County Youth Action Councils

Moffat County Youth Action Council (MCYAC) is all about providing a voice to the youth within Moffat County. MCYAC members have the ability to organize and implement various activities, events, projects, and community outreach. We seek to create a healthy foundation for our youth advocates to use their potential and empower them to develop skills by providing a safe space for youth voice. To join MCYAC, please contact mackenzie@partnersyouth.org

Routt County Teen Council

Teen Council is a place where youth voices are heard and is open to all Routt County youth. If you are interested in joining the Steamboat Springs Teen Council or Hayden's No Name Council, please reach out to heidi@partnersyouth.org with any questions!

UpRISE

UpRISE is a social justice based prevention program that uses education and skill building exercises to elevate voices of youth. UpRISE believes Youth voice is defined as the active, distinct, and concentrated ways young people represent themselves throughout society. Young people have unique, critical perspectives of the world we live in and the ability to creatively think of solutions.

Another evidence based Social Emotional Learning program that was implemented is Brainwise 10 Wise Ways to STOP and THINK, A proven evidence-based social and emotional learning program for teaching critical thinking and decision making skills. We also work with our youth partners and school districts to provide education and awareness events about the nationwide opioid epidemic.