Program
Youth Advisory Board
The Youth Advisory Board’s mission is to give teens a voice within mental health services and encourage them to be mental health advocates in their communities. By learning and sharing tools, teens become part of the movement to reduce stigma and amplify teen voices surrounding mental health. The YAB strives to increase awareness about how mental health impacts teens, healthy coping skills, and how to offer support to others who may be struggling. These goals are accomplished, in part, by meeting with local groups to advocate for and normalize conversations about mental health.
We value YOUR voice. Your voice matters at Youth Advisory Board meetings.
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Perks & Opportunities
Why Join YAB?
You should be here if you want to:
- Reduce mental stigma while spreading awareness for teens
- Learn more about mental health, coping skills and your community
- Have fun with your friends and meet new people your age
- Make your resume and college applications stand out
- Have your voice be heard regarding mental health
- Enjoy yummy snacks and win prizes for attending
- Empower youth and build leadership skills
- Learn about safe internet usage, healthy teen relationships, and using media/art to advocate for change
- Partner with organizations to promote mental health awareness
- Help create, organize, and engage in community events and activities
Technology & Online Safety
The YAB is currently working on a social media campaign to raise awareness about how to be safe online. Technology abuse is a common tactic used in dating violence. Harmful partners use social media, texting, and other forms of technology to gain power and control. Technology abuse does not happen in isolation. In fact, many young people also experience psychological abuse, physical abuse, and sexual coercion.
Examples of Technology Abuse
• Threatening to share fake or private pictures or content
• Constantly texting or calling
• Sending threats or demanding information
• Making jealous comments about pictures on social media or your online activity
Technology abuse is increasingly becoming a pattern within dating abuse, which affects a large number of teens and young adults. For any parent, guardian, or professional working with a teen or young adult, it’s important to understand how technology can impact their privacy and safety, as well as how it can be empowering and helpful.
Ready to Join?
If you’re interested in joining the YAB or have questions, please reach out to Isabella Freeman.
Participating Offices
Spokane
Appt. RecommendedLocation Services:
- Counseling & Mental Health
- Children & Families
- Victims & Survivors
210 W. Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201
- Mon–Thur: 8am - 5pm
- Friday: 8:30am - 3pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday