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Advocacy Opportunities

Becoming involved in making a difference

Parents and youth across Idaho have chosen to take their lived experience with youth mental health challenges and to participate in system change. Whether you desire to provide information at a local event, participate in workgroups related to the YES system of care, or tell your story to change laws, we want to walk alongside you and help give you the resources you need for your chosen advocacy work.

When and Where We Meet:

  1. Parent Input: On the 3rd Wednesday of the month we hold a parent input event over zoom. We invite parents to tell us about their experience with the YES system of care.
  2. Training: We offer training to parents on how to be a leader in the YES system of care and how tell your story in a way that honors your child and impacts those around you.
  3. Family Advocacy Meeting, or FAM, is an opportunity to join parents and advocates to join together to learn about the YES system of care and ways to become involved in system change. FAM meets the 4th Thursday of the month.
  4. Interagency Governance Team, or IGT, is responsible for collaboratively coordinating and overseeing the implementation of the YES system of care. This team consists of community members, providers, and representatives from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, the Idaho State Department of Education, and the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections. As a community member, parent input is highly valued. The IGT meets on the second Wednesday of the month.
  5. YES Workgroups: Parent voice is highly valued by those creating the YES system of care. FYIdaho supports parents who participate in YES implementation workgroups. Parent leader openings vary.

 

For more information contact ryork@idahofederation.org or see our event calendar.

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  • Youth MOVE Discord
    7:00 PM-8:15 PM
    July 2, 2023

    Youth MOVE Discord (YM Discord) is a statewide virtual program for high schoolers throughout Idaho to provide peer emotional support to one another and practice mental health advocacy.  YM Discord is meant for high schoolers who live in rural areas, teens who prefer connecting virtually or can’t attend our in-person Youth MOVE groups for other reasons. Participants communicate throughout the week via the various chat channels on the server and meet via the voice channel once weekly to discuss mental health topics, do check-ins, and play games. 

    To learn more, fill out our interest form here. 

    Reach out with any questions to our Youth Programs Coordinator: Emma James at ejames@fyidaho.org

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  • Youth MOVE Discord
    7:00 PM-8:15 PM
    July 9, 2023

    Youth MOVE Discord (YM Discord) is a statewide virtual program for high schoolers throughout Idaho to provide peer emotional support to one another and practice mental health advocacy.  YM Discord is meant for high schoolers who live in rural areas, teens who prefer connecting virtually or can’t attend our in-person Youth MOVE groups for other reasons. Participants communicate throughout the week via the various chat channels on the server and meet via the voice channel once weekly to discuss mental health topics, do check-ins, and play games. 

    To learn more, fill out our interest form here. 

    Reach out with any questions to our Youth Programs Coordinator: Emma James at ejames@fyidaho.org

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  • Boise Brick House: Chicken Nuggets, Uno, and Therapy dogs
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    July 11, 2023
    704 N 7th Street Boise, Idaho 83702

    Come pet therapy dogs or play a game of Uno with us. Delicious Chick-fil-a Chicken nuggets will be provided as well!

    The Boise Brick House is an after-school drop-in space for 9-12th graders in the Treasure Valley to hang out with friends, eat free food, attend fun events, and have empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House is on Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-4:00 PM for arts & crafts, games, movies, music, cooking & baking, and more! Follow us on Instagram, @theboisebrickhouse to keep up with our activities!

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  • Boise Brick House: Cup Noodles and Cartoons
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    July 12, 2023
    704 N 7th Street Boise, Idaho 83702

    Eat yummy cup noodles and watch your favorite or most nostalgic cartoon!

    The Boise Brick House is an after-school drop-in space for 9-12th graders in the Treasure Valley to hang out with friends, eat free food, attend fun events, and have empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House is on Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-4:00 PM for arts & crafts, games, movies, music, cooking & baking, and more! Follow us on Instagram, @theboisebrickhouse to keep up with our activities!

  • Youth MOVE Social Support
    4:00 PM-5:30 PM
    July 12, 2023

    Youth MOVE Social Support is peer-led by a trained teen leader with support and supervision from a Families and Youth of Idaho staff member. This wellness group is aimed towards high schoolers who identify as neurodivergent, as well as other teens who would benefit from the group. Teens will have opportunities to practice self-advocacy, discuss mental health, and form positive social connections. Group meetings will involve lessons, discussions, and educational activities as well as recreation and games. We intend to form a tight-knit community of friends who can help each other through the transitions of adolescence and young adulthood.

    This group meets at the Boise Brick House which is located at the Families and Youth of Idaho office at 704 N 7th Street Boise ID, 83702. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

    If you are interested in the group, contact the Youth Programs Coordinator Emma James at ejames@fyidaho.org

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  • Youth MOVE Discord
    7:00 PM-8:15 PM
    July 16, 2023

    Youth MOVE Discord (YM Discord) is a statewide virtual program for high schoolers throughout Idaho to provide peer emotional support to one another and practice mental health advocacy.  YM Discord is meant for high schoolers who live in rural areas, teens who prefer connecting virtually or can’t attend our in-person Youth MOVE groups for other reasons. Participants communicate throughout the week via the various chat channels on the server and meet via the voice channel once weekly to discuss mental health topics, do check-ins, and play games. 

    To learn more, fill out our interest form here. 

    Reach out with any questions to our Youth Programs Coordinator: Emma James at ejames@fyidaho.org

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  • Boise Brick House: Journaling Activity Day!
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    July 18, 2023
    704 N 7th Street Boise, Idaho 83702

    Come and Participate in a journaling activity! Answer the prompts and record your summer adventures.

    The Boise Brick House is an after-school drop-in space for 9-12th graders in the Treasure Valley to hang out with friends, eat free food, attend fun events, and have empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House is on Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-4:00 PM for arts & crafts, games, movies, music, cooking & baking, and more! Follow us on Instagram, @theboisebrickhouse to keep up with our activities!

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  • Boise Brick House: Ice Cream Sandwich Making!
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    July 19, 2023
    704 N 7th Street Boise, Idaho 83702

    Bake a delicious homemade cookie ice cream sandwich with us!

    The Boise Brick House is an after-school drop-in space for 9-12th graders in the Treasure Valley to hang out with friends, eat free food, attend fun events, and have empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House is on Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-4:00 PM for arts & crafts, games, movies, music, cooking & baking, and more! Follow us on Instagram, @theboisebrickhouse to keep up with our activities!

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  • Youth MOVE Discord
    7:00 PM-8:15 PM
    July 23, 2023

    Youth MOVE Discord (YM Discord) is a statewide virtual program for high schoolers throughout Idaho to provide peer emotional support to one another and practice mental health advocacy.  YM Discord is meant for high schoolers who live in rural areas, teens who prefer connecting virtually or can’t attend our in-person Youth MOVE groups for other reasons. Participants communicate throughout the week via the various chat channels on the server and meet via the voice channel once weekly to discuss mental health topics, do check-ins, and play games. 

    To learn more, fill out our interest form here. 

    Reach out with any questions to our Youth Programs Coordinator: Emma James at ejames@fyidaho.org

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  • Boise Brick House: Foosball Tournament and Donuts
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    July 25, 2023
    704 N 7th Street Boise, Idaho 83702

    Come and play foosball for a chance to win a gift card!

    The Boise Brick House is an after-school drop-in space for 9-12th graders in the Treasure Valley to hang out with friends, eat free food, attend fun events, and have empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House is on Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-4:00 PM for arts & crafts, games, movies, music, cooking & baking, and more! Follow us on Instagram, @theboisebrickhouse to keep up with our activities!

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  • Boise Brick House: Water Games & Posicles
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    July 26, 2023
    704 N 7th Street Boise, Idaho 83702

    Cool off from the excessive summer heat with some fun water games and ice-cold, tasty popsicles!

    The Boise Brick House is an after-school drop-in space for 9-12th graders in the Treasure Valley to hang out with friends, eat free food, attend fun events, and have empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House is on Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-4:00 PM for arts & crafts, games, movies, music, cooking & baking, and more! Follow us on Instagram, @theboisebrickhouse to keep up with our activities!

  • Youth MOVE Social Support
    4:00 PM-5:30 PM
    July 26, 2023

    Youth MOVE Social Support is peer-led by a trained teen leader with support and supervision from a Families and Youth of Idaho staff member. This wellness group is aimed towards high schoolers who identify as neurodivergent, as well as other teens who would benefit from the group. Teens will have opportunities to practice self-advocacy, discuss mental health, and form positive social connections. Group meetings will involve lessons, discussions, and educational activities as well as recreation and games. We intend to form a tight-knit community of friends who can help each other through the transitions of adolescence and young adulthood.

    This group meets at the Boise Brick House which is located at the Families and Youth of Idaho office at 704 N 7th Street Boise ID, 83702. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

    If you are interested in the group, contact the Youth Programs Coordinator Emma James at ejames@fyidaho.org

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  • Youth MOVE Discord
    7:00 PM-8:15 PM
    July 30, 2023

    Youth MOVE Discord (YM Discord) is a statewide virtual program for high schoolers throughout Idaho to provide peer emotional support to one another and practice mental health advocacy.  YM Discord is meant for high schoolers who live in rural areas, teens who prefer connecting virtually or can’t attend our in-person Youth MOVE groups for other reasons. Participants communicate throughout the week via the various chat channels on the server and meet via the voice channel once weekly to discuss mental health topics, do check-ins, and play games. 

    To learn more, fill out our interest form here. 

    Reach out with any questions to our Youth Programs Coordinator: Emma James at ejames@fyidaho.org

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FYIdaho serves parents and caregivers of youth with mental health challenges through direct support and education.

Youth MOVE Idaho (YMI), a chapter of Youth MOVE National serves youth through programs that focus on peer to peer support and advocacy.