YYEA is a statewide group of young adults, like you, who hope their peers lead happy healthy lives.
MISSION
We are dedicated to amplifying youth and young adult voices in decision-making across all local and state agencies involved in behavioral health and suicide prevention.
OUR WORK:
Identifying and advocating for the needs of young people struggling with mental health and addiction challenges
Building community relationships with youth serving agencies and providers
Advising the Children’s System Advisory Council, the Oregon Alliance to Prevent Suicide, Healthy Transitions and other systems partners on important issues
OUR MEMBERS:
Attend monthly meetings, occasional group training days and other YYEA events
Work on projects the group decides to pursue
Improve local and state youth services by lending their voices and experiences to advocate for youth and young adults dealing with behavioral health challenges
Take on leadership positions in YYEA, if they’d like
MEMBER COMMITMENT:
Maintain active membership for at least six months
Be present and prepared for meetings and activities
Respond to YYEA communications in a timely fashion
Participate in discussions and projects
Take on extra roles and responsibilities when needed
Keep YYEA a safe and inclusive environment for everyone
Behavioral Health Advocacy Opportunity
ARE YOU:
14-24 years old with lived experience in behavioral health and/or other systems of care?
Do you have:
A passion for amplifying young adult voices, preventing youth suicide, and affecting positive change for your peers in the state of Oregon?
Become a youth & young adult engagement advisory (YYEA) committee member today!
What’s in it for you?
Being a part of YYEA will challenge you, make you feel good, and have an impact on the lives of young people. All YYEA members receive stipends for their participation and travel to qualifying events. You will have opportunities for leadership growth, professional skill building, networking, personal development and fun!