Pennsylvania Youth Advisory Board

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

1 Village 1 Voice – August Training & Support Group
Topic: Recognizing & Responding to Human Trafficking
Youth who have experienced trauma may be at increased risk for exploitation. This training will provide valuable insights into recognizing indicators of human trafficking, understanding recruitment tactics used to target youth, and responding with trauma-informed practices that promote safety and support.
Participants will learn:
Common warning signs and risk factors for human trafficking
*How traffickers target and exploit vulnerable youth
*Ways to respond when concerns arise
*Trauma-informed approaches to supporting youth who have experienced exploitation
*Resources available for youth, families, and professionals
Date: Thursday, August 13
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Facilitated by Gretchen Ray and Cole Reilly, PhD
Sponsored by the Pennsylvania State Resource Family Association (PSRFA)
Open to Pennsylvania resource families.
Click to register: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfYiyP_axC.../viewform...
Please note: If this is your first 1 Village 1 Voice training/support group, we will need verification that you are a licensed Pennsylvania resource family in good standing. Your agency may submit a Certificate of Approval (COA) or similar documentation on your behalf by emailing [email protected].
We look forward to learning and growing together!

07/30/2026

What a Wednesday! Activity and wellness sessions continue, plus more memories were made. What will tomorrow bring? Check back to find out.

07/29/2026

85 older youth representing 30 counties! It's the 2026 PA YAB Older Youth Retreat. Here's a quick peek from Monday and Tuesday. More memories to come as the week rolls on!

07/27/2026

New school on the horizon for fall? Make sure you consider these tips.

07/24/2026

How to find a summer job

07/22/2026

Driving drowsy - Are you at risk?

-Get adequate sleep
-Avoid alcohol and sedating medications
-Arrange for a travel companion
-Schedule proper breaks

07/20/2026

‘Anybody Can Do It’: TSC Graduate Becomes First From Family, DASH to Earn Degree

Jada Parker graduates this month from Tallahassee State College with an associate’s degree in psychology. Parker, a participant in the Dreams and Success Homes Family program for youth who have aged out of foster care, is the first in both her family and this program to earn a degree. DASH was started five years ago by Mike Williams, who experienced homelessness after aging out of foster care, and wanted to help other teens like him. Parker credits DASH with helping her focus - “I would set goals but I would procrastinate and I would never get anything done. So definitely being able to have someone hold me accountable for those goals has definitely changed a lot. I have been able to get everything done. I’m graduating. I’m in a stable job. I work full time at a daycare which I really love,” she said.

07/14/2026

Whether it’s old patterns, unhelpful thoughts, or past pain, healing often begins when we release what no longer serves us.

Therapy gives you tools to let go with compassion not pressure.
Interactive moment: What’s one thing you’re ready to release this season?

07/13/2026

The Back to School Webinar Series is back, every Wed from 1-2 pm Jul 15 thru Aug 19, in collaboration with PDE, ABA, PHEAA, and more.
7/15: Educational Stability 101: https://ow.ly/TLZ850ZmYk3
7/22: Pennsylvania High School Graduation Requirements: https://ow.ly/a1zu50ZmYk2
7/29: Schools Engaging Families: https://ow.ly/yL9I50ZmYk0
8/5: Transition Planning: https://ow.ly/mKas50ZmYk5
8/12: Youth in Care Transitioning to College: https://ow.ly/AGSa50ZmYk1
8/19: Barriers to Education: https://ow.ly/OEfm50ZmYjZ