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KY Youth Advocates

@kyyouth

Kentucky Youth Advocates (KYA) is a non-partisan, non-profit children's advocacy organization. We are the independent voice for Kentucky's children.

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#BloomKY Webinar: Highlighting NEW Economic Impact of ACEs in KY Report - the prevalence of childhood adversity in KY - the $295 million economic burden #ACEs impose - strategies for fostering resilience & reducing the impact of adversity Register: bit.ly/3YKQR2J

#BloomKY Webinar: Highlighting NEW Economic Impact of ACEs in KY Report
- the prevalence of childhood adversity in KY
- the $295 million economic burden #ACEs impose
- strategies for fostering resilience & reducing the impact of adversity
Register: bit.ly/3YKQR2J
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Childhood trauma is costing Kentucky millions each year, according to 'The Economic Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences in Kentucky' report released yesterday by Kentucky Youth Advocates and #BloomKentucky. Dive deeper: bit.ly/3SPw62q Public News Service

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As KYians welcome summer break, KYA is taking time to celebrate #OralHealthMonth; a time to recognize the importance of oral health & build awareness of positive oral health habits & outcomes. KY Oral Health C. shares ways to take action in June & beyond: bit.ly/3FWYIE1

As KYians welcome summer break, KYA is taking time to celebrate #OralHealthMonth; a time to recognize the importance of oral health &amp; build awareness of positive oral health habits &amp; outcomes. <a href="/KYOralHealth/">KY Oral Health C.</a> shares ways to take action in June &amp; beyond: bit.ly/3FWYIE1
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🖥️ Join #BloomKY on Wed, June 18 at 11 AM ET for a webinar reviewing the findings and recommendations from the NEW report: The Economic Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences in Kentucky. Learn more and register: bit.ly/3YKQR2J

🖥️ Join #BloomKY on Wed, June 18 at 11 AM ET for a webinar reviewing the findings and recommendations from the NEW report: The Economic Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences in Kentucky. 

Learn more and register: bit.ly/3YKQR2J
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Over the past year, we’ve worked diligently at all systemic levels to ensure kid issues are prioritized. Learn about our efforts in our NEW Impact Report, including #BlueprintKY25 wins, a #CAWKY25 recap, & innovative ways we're leveraging data for kids: bit.ly/4mSAXOe

Over the past year, we’ve worked diligently at all systemic levels to ensure kid issues are prioritized. Learn about our efforts in our NEW Impact Report, including #BlueprintKY25 wins, a #CAWKY25 recap, &amp; innovative ways we're leveraging data for kids: bit.ly/4mSAXOe
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💻 Join KY Youth Advocates on July 29 at 12PM ET for a Blueprint Webinar: Effectively & Authentically Engaging Young People in Policy Change. Sign up for this informative & interactive webinar as we share tools to speak up for kids in the interim & prep for #KYGA26: bit.ly/3FZisH6

💻 Join <a href="/KYYouth/">KY Youth Advocates</a> on July 29 at 12PM ET for a Blueprint Webinar: Effectively &amp; Authentically Engaging Young People in Policy Change. Sign up for this informative &amp; interactive webinar as we share tools to speak up for kids in the interim &amp; prep for #KYGA26: bit.ly/3FZisH6
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“KY’s kids will remain at the bottom of the pack among peer states unless the #KYGA & Governor take definitive action. The haunting question is not, ‘Can we improve our kids’ well-being?’ but rather, ‘Will we?’” View the 2025 #KIDSCOUNT Data Book: bit.ly/3HLazpj

“KY’s kids will remain at the bottom of the pack among peer states unless the #KYGA &amp; Governor take definitive action. The haunting question is not, ‘Can we improve our kids’ well-being?’ but rather, ‘Will we?’”
View the 2025 #KIDSCOUNT Data Book: bit.ly/3HLazpj
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Are you struggling to navigate the #ChildWelfareSystem in KY? Do issues related to dependency, neglect, & abuse court leave you feeling perplexed? You’re not alone! Brandi, #KYSEAT & the statewide Birth Parent Advisory Council member share resources: bit.ly/3G4lcTw

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Over the past year, we’ve worked diligently at all systemic levels to ensure kid issues are prioritized. Learn about our efforts in our NEW Impact Report, including #BlueprintKY25 wins, a #CAWKY25 recap, & innovative ways we're leveraging data for kids: bit.ly/4mSAXOe

Over the past year, we’ve worked diligently at all systemic levels to ensure kid issues are prioritized. Learn about our efforts in our NEW Impact Report, including #BlueprintKY25 wins, a #CAWKY25 recap, &amp; innovative ways we're leveraging data for kids: bit.ly/4mSAXOe
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Talking to your teen about #mentalhealth can be tough. This webinar can help. Join "Breaking the Ice" to learn how to start the conversations that matter. 🗓️ July 1, 2025 ⏰ 2:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 a.m. PT 🔗 Register: bit.ly/nttac-teen-men… Free CEUs available!

Talking to your teen about #mentalhealth can be tough. This webinar can help. Join "Breaking the Ice" to learn how to start the conversations that matter.

🗓️ July 1, 2025
⏰ 2:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 a.m. PT
🔗 Register: bit.ly/nttac-teen-men…

Free CEUs available!
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Watch the latest installment in the #BloomKentucky PCEs Spotlight Series: 'Positive Childhood Experiences: Having at Least Two Non-Parent Adults Who Genuinely Cared' and read more from David Townsend, ED of The Home of Opportunities and Dreams (HOOD): bit.ly/4llFc36

Watch the latest installment in the #BloomKentucky PCEs Spotlight Series: 'Positive Childhood Experiences: Having at Least Two Non-Parent Adults Who Genuinely Cared' and read more from David Townsend, ED of The Home of Opportunities and Dreams (HOOD): bit.ly/4llFc36
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💻 Join KY Youth Advocates on July 29 at 12PM ET for a Blueprint Webinar: Effectively & Authentically Engaging Young People in Policy Change. Sign up for this informative & interactive webinar as we share tools to speak up for kids in the interim & prep for #KYGA26: bit.ly/3FZisH6

💻 Join <a href="/KYYouth/">KY Youth Advocates</a> on July 29 at 12PM ET for a Blueprint Webinar: Effectively &amp; Authentically Engaging Young People in Policy Change. Sign up for this informative &amp; interactive webinar as we share tools to speak up for kids in the interim &amp; prep for #KYGA26: bit.ly/3FZisH6
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Last week #BloomKentucky & KYA hosted a webinar to review the latest findings and recommendations from "The Economic Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences in Kentucky" report. #ICYMI, view the recording here: youtube.com/watch?v=6jesmJ…

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Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to all of our KYAers who celebrated their birthday's during June! We're grateful to have you as a part of our team and appreciate your dedication to Kentucky's kids. Happy Birthday 🎂 to: Nikki, Lauren, Tatum, and Mara

Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to all of our KYAers who celebrated their birthday's during June! We're grateful to have you as a part of our team and appreciate your dedication to Kentucky's kids.

Happy Birthday 🎂 to:
Nikki, Lauren, Tatum, and Mara
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We're starting to see the implementation of several #KYGA25 bills, many of those laws impact kids directly. Whether you're a parent, educator, or advocate, here’s what to expect of SB's 73 & 120, Kosair for Kids Face It® Movement Policy Priorities, & SB 181: bit.ly/3ZY4Q5M

We're starting to see the implementation of several #KYGA25 bills, many of those laws impact kids directly. Whether you're a parent, educator, or advocate, here’s what to expect of SB's 73 &amp; 120, <a href="/KosairForKids/">Kosair for Kids</a> <a href="/faceitabuse/">Face It® Movement</a> Policy Priorities, &amp; SB 181: bit.ly/3ZY4Q5M
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💻 Join KY Youth Advocates on July 29 at 12PM ET for a Blueprint Webinar: Effectively & Authentically Engaging Young People in Policy Change. Sign up for this informative & interactive webinar as we share tools to speak up for kids in the interim & prep for #KYGA26: bit.ly/3FZisH6

💻 Join <a href="/KYYouth/">KY Youth Advocates</a> on July 29 at 12PM ET for a Blueprint Webinar: Effectively &amp; Authentically Engaging Young People in Policy Change. Sign up for this informative &amp; interactive webinar as we share tools to speak up for kids in the interim &amp; prep for #KYGA26: bit.ly/3FZisH6
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Embrace the power of self-care this July, in honor of #NationalMinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Let's support each other through shared meals, deep & caring convos, or lending a friendly hand. Take your first step today w/ a free #mentalhealth test: mhascreening.org

Embrace the power of self-care this July, in honor of #NationalMinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Let's support each other through shared meals, deep &amp; caring convos, or lending a friendly hand. Take your first step today w/ a free #mentalhealth test: mhascreening.org
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Happy Independence Day! The Fourth of July reminds us that freedom includes the right for every child to grow up free from harm. Let’s honor that by building safe, strong families and communities, starting at home.

Happy Independence Day! The Fourth of July reminds us that freedom includes the right for every child to grow up free from harm. Let’s honor that by building safe, strong families and communities, starting at home.