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Mentoring is a powerful strategy that supports growth, connection, and opportunity for youth and adults alike. It can provide critical guidance for young people who lack positive adult relationships, strengthen peer-to-peer connections, and open doors to experiences once thought out of reach.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based, strengths-focused approach that helps clients move past ambivalence and build motivation for positive life changes. In this introductory training, participants will learn the foundations of MI—including its spirit, core tasks, and practical skills—while practicing communication techniques that support clients in identifying barriers, clarifying goals, and envisioning self-sufficiency. The session includes interactive, multi-modal learning and small-group skill building.
During this hour-long training, participants will gain a better understanding of the growing fentanyl crisis. Presenters will share the facts about fentanyl, its risks, and how it impacts our community, especially youth. Participants will also receive a virtual training on how to safely administer naloxone (Narcan), a life-saving medication. Together, we can raise awareness, reduce risk, and protect our loved ones.
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay (2024)
Suicide Prevention: The Question, Persuade, Refer Model (2024)
Joy and Wellness Training FAQ (2024)
Creating a Trauma-Informed, Equity-Based, and Healing Centered Workplace (2024)
De-Escalation Training FAQ (2024)
Suicide Prevention: The Question, Persuade, Refer Model (2023)
Understanding TAY Mental Health and De-Escalation Strategies (2023)
Self-Care for Individuals & TAY Workers (2023)
Self-Care for Individuals and Transition Age Youth Workers (2022)
Suicide Prevention: The Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Model (2022)
Psychological First Aid (PFA) (2022)
Digging Deeper: Understanding TAY and Strategies for De-escalation (2022)
It’s Ok Not to Be Ok: Accessing Youth Mental Health Services (2022)
Supporting Children, Youth and Ourselves with Crisis and Loss During COVID 19 (2021)
Self-Care for Individuals and Caregivers (2021)
Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others: Individual and Organizational (2021)
Moving from Trauma Informed Care to Healing Centered Engagement (2021)
Trauma Informed Care: What it is and How to Integrate it Into Your Practice (2021)
Partnering with Local Mental Health Providers Webinar (2021)
Partnering with Local Mental Health Providers to Support Foster Youth in College (2021)
Helping LGBTQ+ Youth Navigate the Working World (2023)
Supporting CSEC Youth with Career & Educational Goals (2023)
Educating Youth & Beyond: LAUSD Supportive Services (2023)
Having Meaningful Conversations About School Shootings (2022)
Paid Job Training for Foster Youth with IEPs or 504 Plans (2022)
Supplemental Trainings for Workforce Providers (2023)
OYC LAP3 Quarterly: Promoting Equitable Employment for Foster Youth (2021)
Jobs for TAY – Workforce 101 (2020)
Undocumented Youth Training FAQ (2024)
Transition Age Youth & Substance Use: What Providers Need to Know (2023)
Fentanyl 101: Understanding & Recognizing the Dangers (2023)
Financial Literacy & TAY (2023)
Working with CSEC Youth (2022)
Substance Use Disorders in Youth (2022)
Understanding Ways to Serve and Engage LGBTQ+ Youth (2022)
Providing Quality Service to Immigrant Clients (2021)
Understanding Better Ways to Serve CSEC (2021)
OYC LAP3 Quarterly Meeting: Financial Resources for Youth (2021)
Healing Centered Engagement FAQ (2022)
OYC LAP3 Quarterly Meeting: Understanding Critical Race Theory (2022)
Sharing Power and Authentically Engaging Young People (2022)
OYC LAP3 Quarterly Meeting: Understanding Critical Race Theory (2022)
LA DCFS 101: What You Need to Know to Serve and Engage Foster Youth
Youth Speak Out – Intro to Critical Race Theory (2021)
Workforce Leadership Training: Explore Ways to Coach and Retain Staff (2021)
Below is a list of locations where young people can access resources directly in the community.
The Alliance helps children in or at risk of foster care find stability by connecting them to healthcare, education, housing, and other vital support.
The Individualized Transition Skills Program (ITSP) offers one-on-one support right in your home for up to two years — plus a chance to earn $300!
The County of Los Angeles Youth@Work program gives young people access to paid work experiences, job readiness training, and other great opportunities to build skills and explore careers.
CASA of Los Angeles supports young people ages 0–21 in LA County who have an open dependency or juvenile justice case.
The Family Urgent Response System (FURS) offers a free, 24/7 hotline and mobile teams that bring immediate, caring support to current and former foster youth and their caregivers.
View the LAOYC’s weekly newsletter archive, sharing opportunities, resources, events, and job openings to support youth impacted by foster care.
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Helping LGBTQ+ Youth Navigate the Working World (2023)
Supporting CSEC Youth with Career & Educational Goals (2023)
Educating Youth & Beyond: LAUSD Supportive Services (2023)
Having Meaningful Conversations About School Shootings (2022)
Paid Job Training for Foster Youth with IEPs or 504 Plans (2022)
Supplemental Trainings for Workforce Providers (2023)
OYC LAP3 Quarterly: Promoting Equitable Employment for Foster Youth (2021)
Jobs for TAY – Workforce 101 (2020)
Healing Centered Engagement FAQ (2022)
OYC LAP3 Quarterly Meeting: Understanding Critical Race Theory (2022)
Sharing Power and Authentically Engaging Young People (2022)
OYC LAP3 Quarterly Meeting: Understanding Critical Race Theory (2022)
LA DCFS 101: What You Need to Know to Serve and Engage Foster Youth
Youth Speak Out – Intro to Critical Race Theory (2021)
Workforce Leadership Training: Explore Ways to Coach and Retain Staff (2021)
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay (2024)
Suicide Prevention: The Question, Persuade, Refer Model (2024)
Joy and Wellness Training FAQ (2024)
Creating a Trauma-Informed, Equity-Based, and Healing Centered Workplace (2024)
De-Escalation Training FAQ (2024)
Suicide Prevention: The Question, Persuade, Refer Model (2023)
Understanding TAY Mental Health and De-Escalation Strategies (2023)
Self-Care for Individuals & TAY Workers (2023)
Self-Care for Individuals and Transition Age Youth Workers (2022)
Suicide Prevention: The Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Model (2022)
Psychological First Aid (PFA) (2022)
Digging Deeper: Understanding TAY and Strategies for De-escalation (2022)
It’s Ok Not to Be Ok: Accessing Youth Mental Health Services (2022)
Supporting Children, Youth and Ourselves with Crisis and Loss During COVID 19 (2021)
Self-Care for Individuals and Caregivers (2021)
Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others: Individual and Organizational (2021)
Moving from Trauma Informed Care to Healing Centered Engagement (2021)
Trauma Informed Care: What it is and How to Integrate it Into Your Practice (2021)
Partnering with Local Mental Health Providers Webinar (2021)
Partnering with Local Mental Health Providers to Support Foster Youth in College (2021)
Undocumented Youth Training FAQ (2024)
Transition Age Youth & Substance Use: What Providers Need to Know (2023)
Fentanyl 101: Understanding & Recognizing the Dangers (2023)
Financial Literacy & TAY (2023)
Working with CSEC Youth (2022)
Substance Use Disorders in Youth (2022)
Understanding Ways to Serve and Engage LGBTQ+ Youth (2022)
Providing Quality Service to Immigrant Clients (2021)
Understanding Better Ways to Serve CSEC (2021)
OYC LAP3 Quarterly Meeting: Financial Resources for Youth (2021)
