notMYkid

We're #hiring a new Program Specialist in Phoenix, Arizona. If you’re ready to inspire kids, connect with others through meaningful work and share your story, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today or share this post with your network!

Last week, notMYkid staff attended the Arizona Health Equity Conference, where we gained powerful insights into advancing well-being for all. Key takeaways include: ?? Shifting our focus from measuring gaps (weaknesses) to using strengths-based metrics to assess progress, allowing us to build on what’s working. ?? Learning about new models of social determinants of health that are essential for everyone to thrive. ?? Understanding the powerful tie between community and health, and how strong, connected communities lead to healthier lives. We’re excited to bring this knowledge back to our programs and continue making an impact! #arizonahealthequityconference2024 #notMYkid #Conference #Community

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Join us on September 9th as we partner with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, the Arizona Diamondbacks, and special guest Jake Steinfeld for an unforgettable event – Strike Out the Stigma! ??? Together, we're raising awareness about suicide prevention and mental health, empowering families to have important conversations and seek support. ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gEny3U45 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Arizona Diamondbacks Teen Lifeline #SuicidePreventionMonth?#StrikeOutTheStigma?#MentalHealthMatters?#notMYkid

Big shoutout to Center for Health and Recovery formerly CHEEERS for training more NMK crew in peer support! This means even more connection for the teens we work with every day. Thanks CHR for the amazing support so we can do more of what we love! ????

Shoutout to Desert Vista High School! We had an amazing time teaching life skills to your incredible students! Their energy and curiosity made our time together truly special. It's inspiring to see such a bright group of young minds eager to grow and thrive. It was even more special when our staff got to see students that they taught back when they were Freshman! Looking forward to coming back soon! ? #prevention #lifeskills #botvinlifeskills #inspired #notmykid Tempe Union High School District

CALLING ALL YOUTH PROGRAMS: Sign up now for a table at our “Third Space Market” hosted by notMYkid and Kids Kindness. The event will take place September 14th from 11AM-1PM at our campus in Scottsdale. At notMYkid, we believe that prevention is about providing accessible, supportive spaces where youth can thrive. 3rd Spaces are informal, community environments distinct from home (1st space) and school (2nd space).? ? If you would like to sign up to showcase your programs for youth - reach out to us at [email protected].?

Fighting Fentanyl Together is not just an event, it's a CALL TO ACTION! Join us on May 8th at Pinnacle High School for a an eye-opening community forum that's all about EMPOWERMENT and CHANGE! We are proud to announce County Attorney Rachel Mitchell as our moderator with expert panelists including Partnership to End Addiction, Scottsdale Drug Enforcement, and Banner Health - all battling the fentanyl crisis head-on every day. Hear first-hand what is happening in our community and learn strategies to combat addiction in your family. notMYkid and local providers will be handing out FREE RESOURCES to attendees. This is about more than just talk – it's about ACTION! The Paradise Valley Unified School District neither endorses nor sponsors the organization or activity represented in this material. The distribution or display of this material is provided as a community service. Arizona Governor's Office of Youth, Faith and Family Maricopa County Attorney's Office Banner Health Scottdale Police Department Partnership to End Addiction #FightingFentanyl #FentanylPrevention #OpioidPrevention #SavingLives #FreeNarcan #notMYkid #Educate #Inspire #Grow #CommunityForum #ExpertPanel #CommunityEvent

We had a great visit with our Title II Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention Formula subgrantee, notMYkid, learning about their programming that works to reduce substance use & increase recovery support systems for at-risk youth in City of Bullhead City, City Of Kingman, & Lake Havasu City - Municipal Government. [i]NSPIRED: Hope and Healing for Youth aims to tackle emerging drug & alcohol use disorders through a three-tiered approach of early intervention, peer support, & intensive outpatient substance use disorder group therapy. More info & how to get involved ?? notmykid.org Read more about the Title II Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention Formula grant and other subgrantees ? goyff.az.gov/TitleIIGrant Mohave County

Empowering youth to make informed decisions about substance use is key. Check out the latest article from the APA Monitor highlighting innovative approaches for prevention and harm reduction. As professionals, let's stay informed and work together to support healthier futures for our youth. Read more: https://lnkd.in/guH2ysti . #YouthWellness #SubstanceMisuse #Prevention