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Youth Mental Health First Aid Since October 2018, AZYP has offered Youth Mental Health First Aid Training. Youth Mental Health First Aid is an approved curriculum for the Arizona's Department of Education required Suicide Prevention Training. Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach teachers, family members, caregivers, school staff, health and human services workers and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health challenge or is in crisis. This program is primarily designed for adults who have regular contact with young people. The course covers common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (AD/HD), and eating disorders. Click Here to Register! Contact: Kelley Coronado 520.591.1490 Kelley@AZYP.org

Arizona Youth Partnership offers opportunities for college students to gain hands-on work experience through our programs focused on substance abuse prevention, youth mental health support, youth homelessness support, youth and family programs, support for pregnant and parenting teens, as well as nonprofit development and communications projects. Purpose Provide participants with valuable professional experience and insight into the nonprofit sector, while they develop their skills in areas such as program planning research community outreach & engagement developing and delivering presentations working with diverse populations collaborating with other professionals Qualifications Passionate eager to make a valuable contribution to Arizona youth, their families, and communities. Education some higher education required, current undergraduate, graduate student, or recent graduate. Leadership & Organization capacity to prioritize tasks, detail, and deadlines with good self-care management, and work collaboratively with a team. Engagement demonstrates a professional, confident, and caring demeanor when working with participants, partners, donors, and staff, good problem-solving skills, project management, and creative resourcefulness. Project To demonstrate your new knowledge and skills, you will need to produce an original project that relates to the topic. Due to the variety of our programs offered across Arizona, internship projects' specifications may change. Examples of these projects include: submitting a curriculum for approval to a school board (AZYP staff) creating and designing fresh content for social media and websites organizing a community event researching and organizing programs connected to the field developing a project budget Opportunities Our internship opportunities are available throughout the state. Click here to see our locations. Click here to apply to a Youth Program Internship Click here to apply to a Development & Communications Internship FAQ's What is the duration of the internship? Our internships can range from a minimum of 6 weeks to 24 weeks. We can discuss accommodations during the interview process. Are internships required to be full-time? No. We can be flexible with your hour requirement, but ask you are mindful of our needs on some evening and weekend events. Where can I find more information on AZYP’s service programs? Information on our different divisions can be found here. Is the internship paid? Unfortunately, at this time our internships are not paid. Can I apply any time of the year? Yes. The need for interns throughout our organization arises all year long. Do you only have internship opportunities in Tucson? No*. We have offices throughout the state, which allows for more opportunities. Click here to check out our locations page. *If you are interested in a Development & Communications internship, this is only available in Tucson. Does AZYP hire interns into full-time positions? Many of our interns have gone on to full time jobs in the organization.

Wyman's Teen Outreach Program Wyman’s Teen Outreach Program acknowledges that adolescence is a time of rapid change and growth physically, mentally, emotionally and socially. This program aims to help teens improve social and emotional learning, support a positive sense of self, strengthen connections to others, improve academic outcomes, decrease risky behavior, and build life skills. Each program participant (ages 11-19) must complete a certain amount of Community Service-Learning Project hours that develop a concept of the importance of togetherness and helping others. Each lesson covers each of the multiple learning strategies to ensure every participant is taught in their own style of learning. 1/7 AZYP's Wyman Teen Outreach Program (TOP) is designed for youth to attend at no cost! Opportunities for youth to strengthen connection with others and engage within their communities Improved academic outcomes and decreased participation in risky behaviors Social and emotional learning skill building for becoming tomorrow's leaders. Fun, interactive lessons and student-led community service learning Wyman's TOP is offered at group homes, schools, and community center settings Offered over a 32 week period Students see the same instructors throughout the school year Participants are aged 11-19, 6th-12th grades Program is funded by a grant from Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) 100% of youth surveyed reported they learned new life skills 95% felt they helped make a positive difference in the lives of others through their community service learning projects The teens outreach program serves over 155 youth per year Contact: Kari Kane 520.275.0375 KariS@AZYP.org

Trauma Informed Care Training Youth who have experienced trauma have become part of the landscape in America today. Though the youth’s backgrounds are diverse, research suggests that most of these youth have experienced early and multiple traumatic events. Not surprisingly, these youth experience significant mental health problems, including depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, suicidal ideation, behavior disorders, conduct disorders, attachment disorders, and substance abuse disorders. The goal of Trauma Informed Training is to improve the quality of services for youth who have experienced trauma by increasing the trauma-related knowledge and skills of direct care personnel that are responsible for engaging and retaining youth in services and providing the support and care these youth require. Specific objectives include: Participants will have increased knowledge regarding trauma and their impact on child/adolescent growth and development; Participants will understand adolescent high-risk behaviors in the context of trauma; Participants will understand the importance of an agency wide approach to managing trauma in youth Participants will develop skills to help youth recognize their trauma and to self regulate Participants will understand the impact of secondary trauma and the importance of self care. Contact: Julie Craig 928.961.0426 JulieC@AZYP.org

Love Notes Unhealthy relationships, dating violence, and risky sexual behaviors are a serious threat to the well-being and futures of many young people. Love Notes Sexual Risk Avoidance Adaptation (SRA) Evidence -Based Program (EBP) addresses these issues by building skills and knowledge for healthy relationships of all kinds (romantic, friendly, family, school, and work). In 13 lessons, youth learn more about themselves, including how their past has shaped their present and how to make decisions on what they want for their future. They learn what healthy relationships are and are not while building a set of skills, including evidence-based communication and conflict management skills, for developing and maintaining healthy relationships, as well as choosing partners and friends. Parents and trusted adult connection activities offer conversation starters on healthy relationships and on the benefits of leaving sex out of their youthful relationships. Love Notes meets the National Sexuality Education Standards and is available to middle and high schools, youth centers, group homes and college campuses. Learn more about Love Notes 3.0 here! EXCITING VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITY! REGISTER YOUR YOUTH HERE! For more information 520-744-9595

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MAPPED is a local coalition motivated to empower the community in healthy decisions that impact substance abuse and other destructive behaviors. Focusing efforts on education, prevention and treatment through collaboration among local community partners. MAPPED Mohave Area Partnership Promoting Educated Decisions MISSION: MAPPED is a local coalition motivated to empower the community in healthy decisions that impact substance abuse and other destructive behaviors. Focusing efforts on education, prevention and treatment through collaboration among local community partners and surrounding areas. OBJECTIVE: An empowered community, utilizing resources, inspiring hope to make healthy decisions regarding self, family, and community. DEA Drug Take Back Days Red Ribbon Week MAPPED hosts and supports: Recovery in the Park Walk Away From Drugs National Night Out Miscellaneous community events for the youth alongside Bullhead City Police Department. WANT TO GET INVOLVED? MAPPED meets the first Thursday of every month at 9am in the Bullhead City Council Chambers, Conference Room 2. Please, contact Ricarda DeAnda, coalition secretary, to be added to the mailing list to stay up to date. Like and follow our MAPPED Coalition Facebook page! CLICK HERE Contact: Ricarda DeAnda 928-846-1462 Ricarda@AZYP.org

Up Meet The Team Leadership Support Services Youth Services Division Youth Wellness Division Community Impact Division Leadership Leadership Gauri Gladish Chief Executive Officer Gauri@AZYP.org Julie Craig Director of Community Impact Julie@AZYP.org Kelley Coronado Director of Youth Wellness Kelley@AZYP.org Jodi Krause Director of Finance Jodi@AZYP.org Kelly Tanner Director of Youth Services Kelly@AZYP.org Jetzabel Glennon Director of Communications and Outreach Jetzabel@AZYP.org BACK TO TOP Support Services Division Jodi Krause Director of Finance Jodi@AZYP.org Paul Billig People Relations Generalist Paul@AZYP.org Aaron Radosevic Operations Manager Aaron@AZYP.org BACK TO TOP ADMN Youth Services Division Kelly Tanner Director of Youth Services Kelly@AZYP.org Trent Chambers Program Manager Trent@AZYP.org Stephen Cheatheam Program Manager Stephen@AZYP.org Dana Davis Program Manager Dana@AZYP.org Ricarda DeAnda Senior Program Manager Ricarda@AZYP.org BACK TO TOP YOUTH SERV COMM INIT Community Impact Division Julie Craig Director of Community Initiatives JulieC@AZYP.org Josh Cummings Program Manager Josh@AZYP.org Darien Mathews Senior Program Manager Darien@AZYP.org BACK TO TOP Youth Wellness Division YOUTH WELLNESS Kelley Coronado Director of Youth Wellness Division Kelley@AZYP.org Kari Stewart Program Manager KariS@AZYP.org Charlene Becker Senior Program Manager Charlene@AZYP.org Karime Olvera Program Manager Karime@AZYP.org BACK TO TOP Join the Team! Apply Today Arizona Youth Partnership works primarily with youth in rural areas throughout Arizona. Our ideal team member is someone who enjoys working with teens, wants to make a difference in the lives of youth, and improve their community. APPLY HERE azyp@azyp.org 1-877-882-2881

Cultivating Healthy Foundations to Build Stronger Families & Strengthening families by strengthening the community. ABOUT US About Up Top (About) Cultivating Healthy Foundations to Build Stronger Families STRENGHTENING FAMILES BY STRENGTHENING THE COMMUNITY OUR MISSION & VALUES OUR HISTORY OUR PARTNERS OUR MISSION & VALUES MISSION STATEMENT AZYP empowers youth to harness their strengths to live healthy and purposeful lives. -- We do this by engaging with youth, families, and communities through intentional programs and services, as well as through partnerships with community organizations. We earn trust by creating an atmosphere of integrity and respect for all. OUR VISION We envision a future of: Empowered youth; strong, stable families; thriving communities OUR VALUES 1. Service to Community comes first. 2. Respect means there is space for everyone. 3. Teamwork powers our impact. 4. Accountability to fulfill our commitments. 5. Dedication & Drive for our mission. 6. Care & Compassion for self and other. BACK TO TOP Misson & Values OUR HISTORY History AZYP was founded in 1990 by a group of concerned Pima County citizens who sought to provide rural communities in the county access to the services available in the Tucson metro area. In 2006, AZYP expanded to serve rural communities across Arizona and seeks to employ a root cause approach to fighting poverty, build healthy, self-sufficient youth and families through evidence-based prevention programs and community involvement. THE STORY BEHIND OUR LOGO The icon before our agency’s initials represents a seed in which a “C” is incorporated for Community. The heart within the seed shows our love for Arizona communities and the leaf represents cultivating healthy families. In the AZYP initials, the Y is pulled forward to showcase the importance of Youth in all that we do. Please note: Unauthorized use of Arizona Youth Partnership's logo is prohibited. Prior approval is mandatory if you intend to include our logo on your website. Contact us to request permission and guidelines for usage. Contact Jetzabel Glennon for your request Jetzabel@azyp.org | 520-500-9995 BACK TO TOP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FORM 990 2023-2024 Financial Statement 2023-2024 IRS Form 990 2022-2023 Financial Statement 2022-2023 IRS Form 990 2021-2022 Financial Statement 2021-2022 IRS Form 990 FINANCIAL & OTHER REPORTS OUR PARTNERS OUR PARTNERS BACK TO TOP

Copper Basin Coalition The Copper Basin Coalition has been functioning since 2006 as a grass roots community substance abuse coalition in the Globe/Miami area. It began as a Drug Free Communities funded coalition supported by Arizona Youth Partnership. That funding ended in 2011 and the Coalition has continued to provide youth and community programming since then with local support. The mission of the Copper Basin Coalition is to empower the youth and adults in Southern Gila County to choose a drug-free and healthy lifestyle by uniting citizens and organizations to reduce substance abuse and promote community safety through community-based education, awareness, and advocacy The Coalition utilizes the Strategic Prevention Framework to design its yearly action plan utilizing proven strategies to lower youth use of drugs and alcohol and increase protective factors such as school and neighborhood attachment, conflict resolution skills, healthy parenting skills, and strong social supports. The Coalition works to build capacity in our communities for a healthier environment for families to raise healthy and successful youth. Our Locations: Globe, Arizona Miami, Arizona Contact: Julie Craig 928.961.0426 JulieC@AZYP.org

Mental Health Intercept Map Treatment & Recovery Treatment Now Treatment is broken down into two main boxes—Medical and Non-Medical. The former is the route which involves medical management or intervention. The latter is any other form of treatment that does not require medicine. These include therapy, groups, and communities. However, both have some issues: Lack of knowledge about mental health coverage Some people are unaware of the fact that mental health is covered on health insurance. It is not "advertised" as much as regular health insurance. Lack of professionals. This is an ongoing theme for Arizona. Difficult to find information about nonmedical treatments beyond therapy People may not know where to find them or if they can be credible. Some possible solutions to make it easier: Promote behavioral health insurance coverage the same as physical health (like intervention) Telehealth services to be able to extend to communities in underserved areas. Most help beyond therapy is small and community based, how can the word be spread? Recovery Finally, Recovery. This is the intercept when people are on track to achieving a state of mental health that does not require intervention. This could look like beginning to wean off medication, seeing a therapist less frequently, etc. It important to keep in mind that people may flow back and forth between this intercept and the previous one, treatment. Sometimes, this intercept can be skipped altogether-- for example, being on antidepressants for life to manage depression. People can still have good mental health even if they stay in treatment. There are some issues within this intercept: Based on how the person feels. while this also a good thing, stopping treatment "cold turkey" can have regressive effects on mental health. Lack of professionals for continued guidance. The theme! Potential solutions may include Create a plan that can be stuck to long term Include professional guidance to ease off treatment and create the plan. Have a unified definition about the person's subjective feeling. possibly use concepts such as quality and outlook on life, and one's drive. Maintain continued support through peers and family. Go Back Contact: Kelley Coronado 520.591.1490 Kelley@AZYP.org