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Thursday September 26, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm HST
Join us for an empowering session on how to be pono when working with youth. This workshop will explore essential strategies for effective youth engagement and self-advocacy. Participants will learn how to build authentic, respectful partnerships with young people, ensuring their voices are heard and valued. We'll delve into practical approaches for engaging youth in meaningful ways and supporting their journey towards adulthood.  Key Takeaways:
  1. Building respectful and effective youth-adult partnerships 
  2. Strategies for engaging youth in decision-making and leadership 
  3. Techniques for supporting youth in advocating for themselves 
Empower the next generation and enhance your practice by embracing pono in your work with youth!
Speakers
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Patricia Chin

HI H.O.P.E.S. Statewide Initiative Manager, EPIC ʻOhana, Inc.
Patricia "Patty" Chin is the HI H.O.P.E.S. Statewide Initiative Manager at EPIC ʻOhana, Inc. Patty is an alumnus from the Kaua’i HI H.O.P.E.S. Youth Leadership Board. She is a Jim Casey Fellow (2016 cohort) and was honored as an outstanding young leader in 2017. The Treehouse Foundation... Read More →
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Melissa Mayo

Pono Process Lead/ East Hawaii HI H.O.P.E.S. President, EPIC 'Ohana Inc.
Melissa Mayo spent five years navigating the foster care system as a youth in care, and has emerged as a formidable advocate for change and empowerment in the Child Welfare System. As the President of the HI H.O.P.E.S. Youth Leadership Board in East Hawaii and a National Jim Casey... Read More →
Moderators
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Stacey Teshima

Occupational Therapist, Imua Family Services
Thursday September 26, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm HST
Zoom: Links will be revealed 10 mins before your session starts
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