Youth Taking Charge
Empowering Teens in Maricopa County
Youth Taking Charge
Youth Taking Charge (YTC) is a dynamic group for young people aged 12-17 who want to make a difference in their community. We focus on creating positive change through:
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Peer-to-Peer Discussions: Talking openly about important issues like understanding the risks of substance misuse and promoting supportive, trauma-informed environments.
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Community Action: Using surveys and forums to hear directly from our peers about their needs and helping them advocate for themselves and others.
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Positive Activities: Hosting fun events, like movie nights , to build connections and raise awareness about mental health and alternative resources available for teens.
Who We Are
Our Vision
We envision a trauma-informed community that supports every aspect of health and wellness for teens and young adults.
Our Mission
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for youth throughout the Valley. We do this by:
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Providing opportunities for learning and sharing information.
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Identifying the needs of our peers.
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Developing strategies that encourage good decision-making and healthy lifelong habits for physical, mental, and emotional wellness.
Our Goal
YTC's goal is to build a better and safer community for teens and young adults across Maricopa County.
Contact
How to become a member of YTC
Ready to join us and make an impact?
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Who: Youth aged 12-17 are welcome!
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Meetings: We meet every third Saturday of the month from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
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Location: TCDC, 700 E Jefferson Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85051.
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Register: Fill out this quick form to sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/VzKjYfc2DG
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Questions? To learn more about YTC, please email Loren Grizzard at lorengrizzard@tcdccorp.org.