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SUMMARY:Community Organizing Training - Central Coast Social Justice Academy
DESCRIPTION:This three-day training\, lead by CAUSE\, is an opportunity for new and emerging organizers to learn the essentials of grassroots community organizing. It is a bilingual space with simultaneous interpretation available. This project is a partnership between the Fund for Santa Barbara\, the McCune Foundation\, and CAUSE\, with additional funding support from the Santa Barbara Foundation\, Natalie Orfalea Foundation and Schiele Family Foundation.  \nThrough this training you will develop strategic campaigns\, relationship building and recruitment\, understand power\, and get hands-on experience. \n\nWHEN: August 21-23rd\, 2026\nWHERE: Santa Maria [exact location shared after registration]\nCOST: Sliding Scale\, if cost is a barrier\, please email garciaalex@fundforsantabarbara.org to discuss different discount options\nREGISTRATION: <<Required\, Registration will be on a first come first serve basis and will be open between May 18th and July 8th or until spots are filled!\nCONTACT: Email < garciaalex@fundforsantabarbara.org\n\nNOTE: Registration is limited to three participants per organization. Payment is non-refundable\, but spots can be transferred to other staff in your organization.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/community-organizing-training-central-coast-social-justice-academy/
CATEGORIES:Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Coast Social Justice Academy":MAILTO:garciaalex@fundforsantabarbara.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T160000
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SUMMARY:YOUTH WORKSHOP: Teens Love Cooking - Foodbank of Santa Barbara County
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County\, Teens Love Cooking (TLC) is an 8-week program that provides teens (grades 7-12) with the opportunity to become competent\, independent and kitchen-savvy by teaching them valuable kitchen and cooking skills. TLC is designed to improve knowledge of food\, nutrition and food preparation techniques through an integrated nutrition and culinary curriculum. The courses are held at Central Library and participants must have a signed permission slip to participate. Registration is required and is for the full 8-week course. The course takes place on Tuesdays from June 16 through August 4. \n\nWHEN: Tuesdays starting June 16th through August 4th\nWHERE:\n\nTLC currently operates at the following locations: Girls Inc. – Carpinteria\, Girls Inc. – Goleta\, PSHHC Villa La Esperanza – Goleta\,  Turner Foundation – Santa Barbara\,  El Camino School – Santa Maria\, Tommie Kunst Junior High – Santa Maria\, Fesler Junior High School – Santa Maria\, Solvang School – Solvang\, Lompoc High School – Lompoc \n\nCONTACT: Email jvalencia@foodbanksbc.org for more info and to sign up!
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/youth-workshop-teens-love-cooking-foodbank-of-santa-barbara-county/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:Santa Barbara Public Library\, 40 E Anapamu St.\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,Youth Classes [10-25]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T143000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204324Z
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SUMMARY:Free Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Join our FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and gain the skills to recognize early signs of mental health or substance use challenges in youth. This nationally recognized certification course teaches you how to respond with confidence\, connect young people to the right support\, and become a trusted adult in your community. \nTraining Details\n\n\n📅 Saturday\, July 1 | 9:00am–2:30pm \n\n\n🖥️ Blended format: 2-hour self-paced + 5.5-hour Zoom \n\n\nWhy This Training Matters\nOne in five youth experiences a mental health challenge each year. Parents\, educators\, first responders\, and other caring adults play a crucial role in recognizing the warning signs and providing support before a crisis arises. \nResearch shows the #1 protective factor in youth mental health is having at least one trusted adult. This training equips you to be that adult — someone who knows what to say\, how to listen\, and where to connect young people for help. \nYouthWell provides both Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and QPR Suicide Prevention trainings in Santa Barbara County. Both programs are free to the community\, thanks to local partnerships and funding\, and both offer practical strategies\, as well as certification upon completion. \nWhat You’ll Learn in Youth MHFA\n\n\nHow to identify risk factors and warning signs of mental health and substance use challenges \n\n\nHow to approach and support a young person who may be struggling \n\n\nHow to connect them with appropriate professional and community resources \n\n\nAction steps you can take to reduce stigma and promote mental wellness \n\n\nCertification valid for 3 years \n\n\nOther Training Opportunities\nQPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) is a 2-hour training that focuses on suicide prevention. Participants learn how to recognize warning signs\, ask the right questions\, and refer individuals at risk to life-saving resources. Certification is valid for 2 years. \nHow to Register• Email: MHTraining@YouthWell.org• Fill out our registration form• View our full training schedule \nClass Descriptions \n\n\n\n\nYouth MHFA (6.5 hrs): Free certification course (18+) on recognizing\, understanding\, and responding to youth mental health or substance use challenges. 3-year certification. [Register >>] \n\n\nQPR (2 hrs): Free suicide prevention training on how to question\, persuade\, and refer someone at risk. 2-year certification. [Register >>]
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-youth-mental-health-first-aid-training-3/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:QPR & Mental health first aid,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,youthwell newsletter feature
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ORGANIZER;CN="YouthWell":MAILTO:outreach@youthwell.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260304T015959Z
CREATED:20260304T015959Z
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SUMMARY:APPLY NOW: Youth Leadership Camp - Future Leaders of America
DESCRIPTION:Future Leaders of America is hosting a six-day leadership conference transforming youth into advocacy leaders! At the Youth Leadership Conference\, youth ages 13-17 are introduced to the building blocks of leadership through workshops on public speaking\, goal setting\, assertiveness\, advocacy\, self-esteem\, and higher education. During the conference\, participants will build a college plan\, grow as leaders in their schools & communities\, and engage in meaningful cultural activities. \nSession One (for Santa Maria Valley and Lompoc youth): \n\nWHEN: Monday\, July 13th to Saturday\, July 18th\nWHERE: San Luis Obispo\nREGISTRATION: Apply here >>\nCONTACT: Email ylc@futureleadersnow.org or call 805-387-7244\n\nSession Two (for Santa Barbara\, Oxnard\, and Port Hueneme youth): \n\nWHEN: Monday\, August 3rd to Saturday\, August 8th\nWHERE: San Luis Obispo\nREGISTRATION: Apply here >>\nCONTACT: Email ylc@futureleadersnow.org or call 805-387-7244\n\nApplications are open now and available in English and Spanish!
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/apply-now-youth-leadership-camp-future-leaders-of-america/2026-07-13/
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Camps & Registration,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,Youth Classes [10-25]
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Leaders of America":MAILTO:ylc@futureleadersnow.org.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T215444Z
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SUMMARY:YOUTH WORKSHOP: Teens Love Cooking - Foodbank of Santa Barbara County
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County\, Teens Love Cooking (TLC) is an 8-week program that provides teens (grades 7-12) with the opportunity to become competent\, independent and kitchen-savvy by teaching them valuable kitchen and cooking skills. TLC is designed to improve knowledge of food\, nutrition and food preparation techniques through an integrated nutrition and culinary curriculum. The courses are held at Central Library and participants must have a signed permission slip to participate. Registration is required and is for the full 8-week course. The course takes place on Tuesdays from June 16 through August 4. \n\nWHEN: Tuesdays starting June 16th through August 4th\nWHERE:\n\nTLC currently operates at the following locations: Girls Inc. – Carpinteria\, Girls Inc. – Goleta\, PSHHC Villa La Esperanza – Goleta\,  Turner Foundation – Santa Barbara\,  El Camino School – Santa Maria\, Tommie Kunst Junior High – Santa Maria\, Fesler Junior High School – Santa Maria\, Solvang School – Solvang\, Lompoc High School – Lompoc \n\nCONTACT: Email jvalencia@foodbanksbc.org for more info and to sign up!
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/youth-workshop-teens-love-cooking-foodbank-of-santa-barbara-county/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Santa Barbara Public Library\, 40 E Anapamu St.\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,Youth Classes [10-25]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260715T162717Z
CREATED:20260708T193339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T162717Z
UID:10029561-1784142000-1784145600@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL WORKSHOP: Helping Young Men Thrive - Unpacking Mental Health\, Relationships\, Resilience\, and Support
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore current research and professional insights into the unique challenges young men ages 12 to their mid-20s face\, along with practical strategies to support their wellbeing. \n\nWHEN: Wednesday\, July 15th at 7:00pm \nWHERE: VIRTUAL on ZOOM…tinyurl.com/5a6cyuj8\nCOST: FREE\nHOST: Griffin Saxon Therapy
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/helping-young-men-thrive-unpacking-mental-health-relationships-resilience-and-support/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parent Education,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
ORGANIZER;CN="Griffin Saxon":MAILTO:info@griffinsaxontherapy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260721T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T215444Z
CREATED:20260528T215444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T215444Z
UID:10028682-1784642400-1784649600@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:YOUTH WORKSHOP: Teens Love Cooking - Foodbank of Santa Barbara County
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County\, Teens Love Cooking (TLC) is an 8-week program that provides teens (grades 7-12) with the opportunity to become competent\, independent and kitchen-savvy by teaching them valuable kitchen and cooking skills. TLC is designed to improve knowledge of food\, nutrition and food preparation techniques through an integrated nutrition and culinary curriculum. The courses are held at Central Library and participants must have a signed permission slip to participate. Registration is required and is for the full 8-week course. The course takes place on Tuesdays from June 16 through August 4. \n\nWHEN: Tuesdays starting June 16th through August 4th\nWHERE:\n\nTLC currently operates at the following locations: Girls Inc. – Carpinteria\, Girls Inc. – Goleta\, PSHHC Villa La Esperanza – Goleta\,  Turner Foundation – Santa Barbara\,  El Camino School – Santa Maria\, Tommie Kunst Junior High – Santa Maria\, Fesler Junior High School – Santa Maria\, Solvang School – Solvang\, Lompoc High School – Lompoc \n\nCONTACT: Email jvalencia@foodbanksbc.org for more info and to sign up!
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/youth-workshop-teens-love-cooking-foodbank-of-santa-barbara-county/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:Santa Barbara Public Library\, 40 E Anapamu St.\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,Youth Classes [10-25]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260721T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260707T213221Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Community Education Event-Digital Wellness 101:From Monitoring to Mentoring
DESCRIPTION:Join Fusion as they host their digital wellness guide with Jim Festante! He’ll be sharing with us\, how to set healthy tech boundaries\, reduce household conflict\, and shift from reactive enforcers to proactive digital mentors. \n\nWHEN:Tuesday July 21st from 5:30-7:00PM\nWHERE: Via Zoom\n\nZoom link provided upon RSVP\nClick HERE to register on their website\n\n\n\nThe goal is to shift caregivers from feeling like reactive enforcers to start acting like proactive digital mentors. During this workshop\, parents will learn how to build a connected\, low friction household by using “Voice\, Not a Vote” framework to establish healthy boundaries. By providing families with a practical\, easy to understand infrastructure\, they help to reduce tech related conflict and return the home to a space of balance\, understanding and genuine connection. \nJim Festante is the founder of Health-e-habits\, where he equips families\, schools\, and institutions with practical blueprints to navigate the Attention economy- prioritizing neurobiology over willpower. He knows exactly how digital compulsion loops are engineered to capture attention\, and he uses that insider knowledge to break the spell.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/virtual-community-education-event-digital-wellness-101from-monitoring-to-mentoring/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T215444Z
CREATED:20260528T215444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T215444Z
UID:10028683-1785247200-1785254400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:YOUTH WORKSHOP: Teens Love Cooking - Foodbank of Santa Barbara County
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County\, Teens Love Cooking (TLC) is an 8-week program that provides teens (grades 7-12) with the opportunity to become competent\, independent and kitchen-savvy by teaching them valuable kitchen and cooking skills. TLC is designed to improve knowledge of food\, nutrition and food preparation techniques through an integrated nutrition and culinary curriculum. The courses are held at Central Library and participants must have a signed permission slip to participate. Registration is required and is for the full 8-week course. The course takes place on Tuesdays from June 16 through August 4. \n\nWHEN: Tuesdays starting June 16th through August 4th\nWHERE:\n\nTLC currently operates at the following locations: Girls Inc. – Carpinteria\, Girls Inc. – Goleta\, PSHHC Villa La Esperanza – Goleta\,  Turner Foundation – Santa Barbara\,  El Camino School – Santa Maria\, Tommie Kunst Junior High – Santa Maria\, Fesler Junior High School – Santa Maria\, Solvang School – Solvang\, Lompoc High School – Lompoc \n\nCONTACT: Email jvalencia@foodbanksbc.org for more info and to sign up!
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/youth-workshop-teens-love-cooking-foodbank-of-santa-barbara-county/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Santa Barbara Public Library\, 40 E Anapamu St.\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,Youth Classes [10-25]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T222228Z
CREATED:20260723T222228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T222228Z
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SUMMARY:Redefining Women's Health : A Virtual Conversation - Cottage Health
DESCRIPTION:The Cottage Center for Women’s Health invites the community to a free virtual conversation on Redefining Women’s Health. Dr. Jane Varner\, Medical Director of the Cottage Center for Women’s Health\, and a panel of women’s health experts will participate in this special online event introducing a new approach to women’s care in our community. During this session\, physicians will share the vision behind the Cottage Center for Women’s Health and how it is designed to bring together primary and specialty care in a more coordinated\, patient-centered model. The event will also include a live physician Q&A\, offering participants the opportunity to ask questions in a confidential setting. \n\nWHEN: Thursday\, July 30\, 4:00 – 5:00 PM PST\nWHERE: This is a Virtual Event\, register for Zoom link\nREGISTER: << REQUIRED\nCONTACT: Email < mediarelations@cottagehealth.org\, Phone: 805-682-7111 ( Cottage Health main phone)
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/redefining-womens-health-a-virtual-conversation-cottage-health/
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
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