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SUMMARY:YouthWell's YAB Mentor Sessions:  Teen-Led.  Expert-Supported.
DESCRIPTION:Join Santa Barbara area students now attending colleges across the country as they share real experiences with academic stress\, what helped\, what didn’t\, and what they wish they had known in high school.  \nTherapist Melissa Lowenstein will help students understand the difference between stress and distress\, and share accessible coping tools. \nFree • REGISTRATION REQUIRED >> \nZoom link provided after registration\nQuestions: yab@youthwell.org | 805.770.1239 \nSession Dates:  \nJanuary 13\, 2026 | 5:45–7:15 PM | Virtual • Academic Stress \nFebruary 10\, 2026 | 5:45–7:15 PM | Virtual • Social Connection & Mental Wellness \nMarch 10\, 2026 | 5:45–7:15 PM | Virtual • Peer Support \nApril 28\, 2026 | 5:45–7:15 PM | Virtual • Politics & Mental Health \nYouthWell Mentor Sessions are interactive\, youth-centered conversations focused on real-life challenges that impact mental health and wellbeing. \nEach session explores a timely topic\, such as academic stress\, peer support\, social connection\, or navigating today’s political climate\, through a mix of expert insight and lived experience. Youth hear from mental health professionals\, community leaders\, and near-peer mentors\, including college students and former Youth Advocacy Board members\, who share practical tools\, personal stories\, and strategies for coping\, connection\, and self-care. \nMentor Sessions are designed to help young people feel less alone\, build confidence in supporting themselves and others\, and walk away with skills they can actually use. \nOpen to youth ages 10–25 and parents
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/youthwells-yab-mentor-sessions-teen-led-expert-supported/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,Youth Classes [10-25],YouthWell Groups & Workshops,youthwell newsletter feature
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ORGANIZER;CN="YouthWell":MAILTO:outreach@youthwell.org
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL - Parent Ed Nights
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS for parents\, teens\, and teachers\, and community.\n*Se proporciona interpretación en español* \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED >      \n• PARENT EDUCATION NIGHTS SERIES •\nFREE 1.5-hour virtual education nights designed to help parents/caregivers navigate the everyday challenges of raising children from K-12th. Each session explores a topic\, offers practical tools and strategies\, and creates space to learn from other parents. \nWHEN: TUESDAY February 10th\nTIME: 7:00pm-8:30pm \nBalancing Positivity & Boundaries – Part 1\nExplore how to foster a loving\, respectful family culture with strong yet flexible boundaries. Discover practical ways to build connection\, encourage cooperation\, and create emotional safety.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/virtual-parent-ed-nights-7/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Clases en español,Parent Education,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,YouthWell Groups & Workshops,youthwell newsletter feature
ORGANIZER;CN="YouthWell":MAILTO:outreach@youthwell.org
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SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR - Operation Parent
DESCRIPTION:Operation Parent is providing two free webinar sessions for parents\, caregivers\, and professionals. These webinars combine research\, real-life experience\, and trusted guidance in order to inform and equip you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth in your life. Spanish captions will be available live during the webinar and full Spanish translations will be made available later that day. \nJanuary 13 – Growing Minds and Modern Highs – THC\, Hemp\, & Kratom: Explore the latest youth substances and their effects on developing brains and mental health. Julie Dreifaldt from One Chance to Grow Up will share her first-hand experience in youth substance use and explain practical ways to guide young people safely. \nFebruary 11 – The Mind-Risk Connection – How Mental Health can Influence Substance Use: Dr. Linda Richter from Partnership to End Addiction will discuss how mental health and substance use in youth are often connected. She will be joined by Stephanie Marquesano\, founder of The Harris Project\, who will share her personal experiences\, how to spot warning signs\, reduce risk\, and intervene before small problems become bigger ones. \n\nWHEN: Tuesday\, January 13 and Wednesday\, February 11\nWHERE: Zoom (link provided after registration)\nREGISTRATION: REQUIRED >>\nCOST: $0\nCONTACT: Submit questions >>
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-webinar-operation-parent/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Parent Education,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Operation Parent":MAILTO:info@operationparent.org
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SUMMARY:FREE YOUTH LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP - Visión y Compromiso
DESCRIPTION:The Promotores Institute in collaboration with the Network of Promotoras Central Coast Region are providing a free 8-week training that will help youth (ages 16-22) to enhance skills as community leaders interested in working toward a safer\, healthier\, and more equitable future. \n\nWHEN: Saturdays\, February 14th to April 11th from 9:00am-3:00pm\nWHERE: 2050 Alameda Padre Serra\, Suite 203\, Santa Barbara\nREGISTRATION: Register here >>\nCOST: $0\nCONTACT: email andreabarahona@visionycompromiso.org or call 213-522-9147\n\nThrough this training you will: \n\nIdentify and enhance your strengths and leadership skills\nLearn how to develop advocacy skills and create change\nUnderstand the power of media\, outreach\, and policy\nCreate your own community project plan\n\nBy attending all sessions\, you will receive certification as a community promoter/promotora.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-youth-leadership-workshop-vision-y-compromiso/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:2050 Alameda Padre Serra\, Santa Barbara\, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra\, Santa Barbara\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,Youth Classes [10-25]
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vision y Compromiso":MAILTO:claudia@visionycompromiso.org
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