$20 Million Investment to Support the Well-being of Indiana Youth Workers
With funding from Lilly Endowment Inc., Indiana youth serving intermediaries announces a multi-year, phased plan to support youth serving professionals across the state The Indiana Coalition of Youth-serving Intermediaries (The
More than a pay raise: Retaining Indiana’s nonprofit employees requires a comprehensive wellness approach
“Without adequate insights about the challenges nonprofit employees face and a comprehensive approach to address them, nonprofit organizations could be undermining their ability to achieve their mission” ~David Westenberger Indiana
Indiana Youth Services Association announces the request for proposals for the 2023-25 YSB Fund
Indiana Youth Services Association announces the request for proposals for the 2023-25 YSB Fund. All electronic submissions are due by 5 pm Eastern time, October 21, 2022 to rdonaldson@indysb.org. Please see the attachment for more details.
2021 Indiana Youth Services Association Youth Worker Awards
Youth Work Newcomer of the Year Youth Work Advocate of the Year Youth Work Supervisor of the Year Youth workers are often the unsung heroes of the youth within our
IYSA 2020 Awards Announcement
Indiana Youth Services Association hosts an Annual Business Meeting. Unfortunately, this past year’s event in December had to be canceled due to safety and city restrictions around COVID-19 in Indianapolis, IN. During this event IYSA’s award recipients were announced and recognized.
Update on the IYSA Annual Business Meeting and Awards Presentation:
Indiana Youth Services Association (IYSA) deeply cares for the youth and their families of the state of Indiana. We are saddened by the illness, economic hardship and deaths caused by
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Media Inquiries: Kenneth Allen kallen@indysb.org 317-909-7159 There has been an increase in interest surrounding Human Trafficking, especially child sex trafficking, in recent weeks. The Indiana Trafficking Victims Assistance Program is
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Para publicación inmediata 21/8/2020 Consultas de los medios: Kenneth Allen kallen@indysb.org 317-909-7159 stas semanas ha habido un incremento en el interés acerca de la Trata de Personas (o Human Trafficking en
IYSA Scholarship Winner: Callie Main
Callie Main is one of the scholarship winners for the work she did to promote Make Good Decisions and the Indiana Lifeline Law at Batesville High School. Callie joined the
IYSA Scholarship Winner: Lekha Durai
Lekha Durai is one of the scholarship winners for the work she has done in promoting Make Good Decisions at West Lafayette Junior/Senior High School. Lekha was the vice president
Article: The impacts of racism from the Academy of Pediatrics
Please check out this article on the impacts of racism from the Academy of Pediatrics. The Traumatic Impact of Racism and Discrimination on Young People and How to Talk About It Why This
COVID-19 Agency Resource Guide Now Available
Indiana Youth Services Association and it’s partners the Indiana Afterschool Network and 21st Century Community Learning Centers are committed to enhancing organizations’ ability to serve youth and families in need
As youth workers, it is important to recognize the significance of Black History Month and how it relates to our work with young people. Take some time to educate yourself on the history of racism and discrimination in Indiana, in the United States, and in the practices of your organization. Consider this and celebrate with intention the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout history.
Use this month as an opportunity to reflect on your own biases and prejudices, and to work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable youth work practice.
Youth workers play a crucial role in promoting equality and justice for Black youth during Black History Month and beyond. From providing positive role models and mentors, to incorporating Black history and culture, to addressing issues of discrimination and racism, there are many ways youth workers can make a difference.
Most victims of Human Trafficking did not know their Trafficker…
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Over 90% of trafficking occurs by someone the individuals knows.
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