Pennsylvania Council of Children, Youth and Family Services (PCCYFS)

08/26/2026

Check out this great story about Youth and giving back to the community. from The Children's Home of Reading.

08/20/2026

Sharing the latest newsletter from PA Family Support Alliance

Their August newsletter highlights recent updates, upcoming training opportunities, ways to get involved, and the continued impact of their work to support children and families across Pennsylvania.

Take a moment to catch up on the latest from PA Family Support Alliance and explore the resources and opportunities available through their organization.

The August newsletter has been posted to our website! Stay connected to our mission and see the impact of your support. Read our newsletter for updates, highlights, upcoming training dates, and ways to get involved.

pafsa.org/newsletter

08/12/2026

Meet Your Leadership Institute Facilitator: Nickie Froiland!

Great leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about having the tools, confidence, and support to lead through what comes next.

That’s where Nickie comes in. As Co-Founder of Motus9, Nickie brings a practical, honest, and people-centered approach to leadership development. Her work focuses on helping emerging leaders build confidence, strengthen their leadership skills, navigate challenges, and turn insight into action.

This year’s PCCYFS NextGen Leadership Institute is an opportunity to learn from someone who understands that leadership is both a responsibility and a journey.

Come ready to learn, grow, ask the hard questions, and lead with purpose . Learn more about the PCCYFS NextGen Leadership Institute 2026 Here: https://bit.ly/3PFktNt

08/07/2026

NextGen Leadership Institute 2026 tickets are still available. Learn more about Motus9 and how you can equip your leaders and future leaders to accelerate your organization.

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08/03/2026

Great leaders help nonprofit organizations thrive.

The PCCYFS NextGen Leadership Institute 2026 gives human services professionals the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills, grow their confidence, and connect with others who share a commitment to serving children, families, and communities.

But don’t just take our word for it—past participants have shared how the Institute helped them grow as leaders and bring new skills back to their organizations.

Registration is now open!
Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3PFktNt

07/29/2026

Invest in the leaders who shape the future of child and family services.

The PCCYFS NextGen Leadership Institute 2026 is designed to strengthen leadership skills, build confidence, and empower professionals to create meaningful impact within their organizations and communities.

Give your team the tools to lead, grow, and inspire. Learn more and register today: https://bit.ly/3PFktNt

Email from PCCYFS Lead with confidence     Build Skills. Inspire Change.     Lead with Confidence at the PCCYFS NextGen Leadership Institute Invest in the leaders who will shape the future of your org

07/24/2026

Strong leaders don't just happen—they're developed.

Every organization has employees with the potential to become exceptional leaders. Investing in their growth today builds stronger teams, improves communication, increases employee engagement, and prepares your organization for tomorrow's challenges.

The PCCYFS NextGen Leadership Institute is designed to help emerging leaders gain the confidence and practical skills they need to lead with purpose. Through interactive training, participants will strengthen leadership, communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills they can immediately apply in the workplace.

If you're looking to strengthen your organization from within, this is an investment worth making. https://bit.ly/3PFktNt

07/22/2026

There is still time to apply!

🚨 FREE FORENSIC PEER SUPPORT TRAINING OPPORTUNITY! 🚨

Are you ready to turn your lived experience into a powerful tool for helping others? Do you have experience within the criminal justice system and a passion for supporting individuals on their recovery journey? This unique training opportunity may be the perfect next step for you!

Join us for the Forensic Peer Support (FPS) Training, a comprehensive virtual training designed to prepare individuals with lived experience to provide meaningful peer support to people involved in the criminal justice system.

📅 August 3–5, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Daily
💻 Virtual Training
💲 FREE to Attend

🎓 Facilitated by PMHCA (Pennsylvania Mental Health Consumers' Association)
Forensic Peer Support combines the power of lived experience, recovery, and peer support to help individuals navigate challenges related to mental health, substance use, and justice system involvement. Participants will gain valuable knowledge and skills to support others from the earliest stages of justice involvement through successful community re-entry.

During this training, participants will learn how to:
✅ Support individuals during their involvement in the criminal justice system
✅ Promote recovery, self-advocacy, and empowerment
✅ Advocate for people receiving behavioral health services when they may be unable to advocate for themselves
✅ Educate criminal justice stakeholders about mental health recovery and peer support principles
✅ Inspire hope and resilience through shared lived experiences
✅ Help individuals identify strengths and build pathways toward recovery and community reintegration

This training is ideal for individuals who want to make a positive impact in their communities, support recovery-oriented systems of care, and use their personal experiences to help others find hope and success.
📌 Important Eligibility Requirement:
Participants must have lived experience within the criminal justice system. Following your interest submission, additional information will be provided to help determine whether this training is the right fit for you.
🌟 This is more than a training—it's an opportunity to become part of a growing movement that recognizes the value of lived experience and the importance of peer support in fostering recovery, reducing barriers, and creating positive change.
📝 Apply Today!
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ilC1kbvGT0KCQZZZaSFcUzj0p_wtaMJLt3Sfj3t-Z9ZUQkdJTTRDQUlVSzZaMzRBV1M1NUwzREJUTCQlQCN0PWcu

📞 Questions? Call 717-221-1022

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, and tagging someone who may be interested in this incredible FREE opportunity!

06/16/2026

Save the dates for upcoming trainings.

🌟 UPCOMING TRAININGS – DON’T MISS OUT! 🌟

PMHCA & Youth MOVE PA are bringing you engaging, skill-building trainings designed to educate, empower, and inspire 💡

📅 Save the dates:

⚖ August 12 – Ethics in Special Populations (In-Person: Harrisburg, PA)

🤕 September 10 – Exploring Harm Reduction (Virtual)

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 October 12 – Youth & Young Adult Peer (3 Days) (Virtual)

🤳November 18 – Social Media & Its Connection to Mental Health (Virtual)

Whether you’re a peer professional, advocate, or someone with lived experience, these trainings will help you build knowledge, strengthen your impact, and better support your community 💪

🎟 Bonus: Become a PMHCA member for exclusive training discounts!
👉 https://www.pmhca.org/Join-us

👉 Register now: https://www.pmhca.org/calendar?EventViewMode=1&EventListViewMode=1

🔎 Explore all trainings: https://www.pmhca.org/Training-Education

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more and sign up!