Solutions of Success is a program designed for youth ages 12 and up that focuses on mental wellness, self-awareness, and building healthy habits. Solutions of Success Strong Minds. Healthy Choices. Real-Life Skills. Life can feel overwhelming sometimes. Stress, relationships, decisions… it’s a lot. Solutions of Success is here to help you figure it out. What Is Solutions of Success? Solutions of Success is a program designed for youth ages 12 and up that focuses on mental wellness, self-awareness, and building healthy habits. Through interactive lessons and real-life scenarios, you’ll learn how to handle challenges, make positive choices, and take care of your mental health. Why It Matters The Mind Matters curriculum helps youth (ages 12+): Feel less overwhelmed Build stronger coping skills Become more resilient over time Make healthier choices It’s not about being perfect. It’s about being prepared. How to Participate: Want to bring Solutions of Success to your school or community? Start the conversation. Youth, parents, and caregivers are encouraged to talk with their school, counselor, or local community organization about offering this program. Solutions of Success is free and led by trained instructors, making it easy to bring meaningful mental health support directly to youth where they are. Once your school or organization is interested, they can reach out to us to get started. Contact: Mirna Frias 520-719-2006 Mirna@AZYP.org

AZYP has multiple offices and shelters across Arizona, serving every county by delivering programs and services to youth and families in need. Arizona Youth Partnership Locations Serving All Corners of Arizona We offer services in all counties! Headquarters Tucson, AZ Learn More Satellite Offices Across the State of Arizona Learn More Youth Shelters Learn More Kingman & Bullhead City We Serve Every County in Arizona Apache Cochise Coconino Gila Graham Maricopa Mohave Navajo Pima Pinal Yavapai Yuma Services are provided either in person or through virtual programming throughout the state of Arizona. Want to schedule a program in your location? Contact Us! 1-877-882-2881 azyp@azyp.org

Become certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid through AZYP. Learn to identify, understand, and respond to mental health challenges in youth. Youth Mental Health First Aid Providing Arizona adults with the knowledge and tools to support youth mental health and intervene when it matters most. 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. What is Youth Mental Health First Aid? 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. What Will You Learn? 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 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. Who This Is For? Educators & School Staff Youth-Serving Professionals Parents, Caregivers & Community Members Any adult who has regular contact with young people. Ready to Bring This Training to Your Community? Tell us about your organization and goals, and we'll follow up to schedule a session. Request The Training Contact: Kelley Coronado 520.591.1490 Kelley@AZYP.org

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Mind Matters Mind Matters: Overcoming Adversity and Building Resilience supports the healing process in young people who have experienced trauma. This research-based curriculum offers strategies to help teens and young adults (ages 12-25) understand the effects of adversity and toxic stress and teaches them skills to soothe and calm their mental and physical stress responses. Mind Matters is an effective precursor or accompaniment to programs that build relationship skills and equip vulnerable youth for healthy futures because it helps clear away barriers to focus and learning. Young people who have experienced trauma often have difficulty regulating their emotional and verbal responses to common life situations and relationships. In 12 lessons, the course builds students’ resiliency by healing their brains, their health, and their lives. Each lesson in the curriculum includes activities that build resilience and increase hope. These practical, hands-on activities and techniques can be implemented immediately, giving students tools to improve their lives starting with the very first lesson. The program also centers on practice. Students learn that “practice makes progress, not perfection,” and are given the space to progress at their own pace. Mind Matters focuses on six major goals: Utilize Self-Soothing Skills Develop an Observing Self Strengthen Relationships Compassion for the Hijacked Brain Practice Self-Care Live Intentionally Self-regulation is the foundation of the program. As participants learn to pair existing negative thoughts with self-soothing skills, they begin to take charge of their lives and improve their states of mind. Through Mind Matters, students learn to address physical, relational, mental, and spiritual needs that are essential to increase their quality of life. They see that they are already the hero in their own life’s story. The skills taught in Mind Matters are designed to be practiced over a lifetime. The curriculum is not meant to be group therapy or to replace psychotherapy. Rather, it is designed to inspire, uplift, and set young people on the journey of healing as they cultivate deeper resilience. Contact: Julie Craig 928.961.0426 JulieC@AZYP.org

Youth Leadership & Life Skills Healthy Relationships, Skills for Success & Self-Esteem AZYP Youth Council Empowers young people to take active roles in leadership and community engagement. Participants collaborate on projects, share their perspectives, and build communication, teamwork, and civic responsibility skills. Learn More Kids at Hope Builds a culture of success by reinforcing that all youth are capable of achieving their goals. Participants connect with supportive adults and develop resilience, optimism, and a belief in their future. Learn More Love Notes Teaches high school youth how to build healthy, respectful, and safe relationships. Participants learn communication, boundaries, and decision-making skills to support emotional well-being and avoid risky behaviors. Learn More Positive Potential Helps middle school youth develop self-esteem, confidence, and essential life skills. Participants focus on goal setting, communication, and making healthy choices in relationships and daily life. Learn More Project HOPE Prepares youth for employment and long-term career success through hands-on training and support. Participants build resumes, explore careers, and develop workplace skills like communication and financial literacy. Learn More Project READY A prevention-focused program that helps youth build confidence, resilience, and healthy decision-making skills. Participants learn about substance abuse prevention, goal setting, and positive peer relationships while gaining tools to navigate challenges. Learn More Summer Leadership Institute Provides a multi-day experience designed to strengthen leadership skills in a supportive environment. Participants explore communication, goal setting, and personal growth through interactive activities and collaboration. Learn More Summer Youth Leadership Conferences Offers one-day events focused on leadership, resilience, and healthy decision-making. Participants engage in workshops and sessions on topics like stress management and substance use prevention. Learn More Wyman's Teen Outreach Program Combines group discussions with community service to build social, emotional, and leadership skills. Participants strengthen relationships, improve engagement, and develop a sense of purpose and responsibility. Learn More Youth Advisory Board Provides a platform for youth to share their voice and influence programs and community initiatives. Participants collaborate with peers and professionals while building leadership skills and confidence. Learn More Connecting Minds, Strengthening Communities Explore AZYP's free virtual series featuring expert conversations and practical resources on the issues impacting Arizona youth and families most. Join the conversation and gain valuable insights you can apply in your community. View CMSC Resources

Saclaz Fentanyl and Psychostimulant Toolkit Substance use prevention coalitions from across Arizona are working together in a first-of-its-kind effort to save lives in Arizona. With the alarming rise of fentanyl and counterfeit pill deaths, coalition leaders created a toolkit to aid communities in preventing and reversing overdoses. The toolkit contains educational materials and resources that can be customized for each community the coalition serves. Primary substance abuse prevention is simply stopping drug use before it starts. It includes those preventive measures that come before the onset of drug use and addiction. Raising awareness about substance issues and educating on the harms of drugs are two primary ways that substance abuse prevention coalitions work to prevent youth drug use. Youth drug use is at an all-time low, having steadily declined over decades, in part due to primary prevention efforts. But, in recent years we have witnessed the alarming rise of youth vaping of both nicotine and marijuana. Studies show that any drug use, whether it be once or multiple times, can damage the developing brain. That’s why substance abuse prevention coalitions focus on stopping youth drug use before it starts. Our Locations: Services are provided statewide either in person or through virtual programming throughout the state of Arizona. If you are interested in seeing one of our programs at your location please contact us. Contact: Julie Craig 928.961.0426 JulieC@AZYP.org

Careers with Meaning Please scroll down to see our current opportunities Who we are looking for: Arizona Youth Partnership works primarily with youth in rural areas throughout Arizona. Our ideal team member is someone who enjoys working with youth and wants to see them thrive, while improving their community. One of our facilitators put it this way; “Through this line of work, I never would’ve thought that I would have gained such a huge passion for working with youth. I truly believe that the work we do is extremely impactful rather we see results immediately or see them later on down the road. Facilitators; remember that even though we all have our off days it is still our responsibility to give our youth our 100%, sometimes all they need is someone to listen to them and support them. Remember to be the person you needed when you were younger. ” Fernando Careaga If this sounds like you, please see our current opportunities below, we’d love to hear from you. Benefits of a career with AZYP: Medical Benefits (Two Options after 90 days employment) Carrier – United Healthcare Low deductible PPO High deductible Supplemented with Health Savings Account AZYP matches employee HSA contribution up to $100.00 per month Dental Coverage Premium – Employee paid Carriers – Employers Dental Services or Principal Dental Life Insurance Carrier – Principal Life Insurance Company Benefit – $50,000 Group Term, employee premium paid by agency Option to purchase supplemental voluntary term benefit Option for employee to pay dependent premium Portable Benefits Employee paid AFLAC Retirement Benefit (Available after 90 days of employment) 401k- employer match up to 3% of salary Paid Time Off 6.77 hours per pay period, begins accruing immediately upon hire 9 paid holidays 2 floating holidays (employee's choice) Summer & Winter breaks Professional Development $200 educational stipend per year for full-time employees $100 educational stipend per year for part-time employees (1041+ hours worked per year)

Copper Corridor Substance Abuse Coalition The Copper Corridor Coalition was founded in 2007 and consists of 9 very small towns along Hwy 77 and 177 known as the Copper Corridor. Any concerned community member can join, and there are currently over 20 coalition members. The mission of the Copper Corridor Coalition is to prevent and reduce drug and alcohol misuse through program development, prevention through education, advocacy and services, providing youth-oriented activities so that healthy attitudes towards substance use are formed. The vision of the Copper Corridor is: Committed to providing education and developing resources to address alcohol awareness and prevent drug abuse in the Copper Corridor while embracing and nurturing the many cultures of the area. This coalition is funded by the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Grant to prevent youth substance use. Empower youths to harness their strengths Initiative How to implement in your community The Empower Youths to Harness Their Strengths initiative trains and supports youth as leaders in prevention through evidence-based programs and mentorship guided by the Kids at Hope model. Adult facilitators build trust with youth, creating a safe environment for growth and leadership development. Resources: Kids at Hope- https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17jeR5J9FKAAorHfQwUqIjIvKrjGhjxFf NRPA- https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1KwrYWfAQpF3byptR3CBmZKVEpiRZ7L15 INDEPTH (Diversion Curriculum)- https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/helping-teens-quit/indepth To Sign Up for the Copper Corridor Coalition CLICK HERE Like and follow our Copper Corridor Coalition Facebook page! CLICK HERE Retailers, Download Free Posters to Help Keep Our Community Safe DOWNLOAD HERE Need to dispose of unused medication? CLICK HERE Contact: Emilia Rutledge 520.719.2010 Emilia@AZYP.org

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Too Good for Drugs Too Good for Drugs and Violence Skill development is at the core of Too Good for Drugs, a universal K-12 prevention education program designed to mitigate the risk factors and enhance protective factors related to alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) use. The lessons introduce and develop social and emotional skills for making healthy choices, building positive friendships, developing self-efficacy, communicating effectively, and resisting peer pressure and influence. Too Good for Drugs teaches five essential social and emotional learning skills, which research has linked with healthy development and academic success: Setting Reachable Goals Making Responsible Decisions Bonding with Pro-Social Others Identifying and Managing emotions Communicating Effectively Learn More here... Elementary At the elementary school level, additional skills and developmental topics build on the core skill set to broaden the student’s sense of self-efficacy and confidence. Lesson designs are tailored to the intellectual, cognitive, and social development of the student. Interactive games and activities help students visualize and apply the strategies and skills directly so they can begin to apply them in their daily life right away. Middle School Too Good for Drugs empowers teens to meet the challenges of middle school life fostering confidence and building resistance to substance abuse. Students set and reach more complex goals and, in the process, develop and practice stronger decision-making skills and effective-communication skills. High School Too Good for Drugs in High School applies real world challenges teens face in high school to explore practical guidance for understanding the negative health effects related to prescription drug misuse, underage drinking, marijuana abuse, opioid abuse, and nicotine use. Students also explore the stages of addiction and the risks associated with experimentation. The holistic approach (school, student, family) to the program helps make sure that across the board the objectives are being supported and encouraged. The goal is to set the student up for success and this program helps the other adults in their lives to be a part of that as well. -Colleen D., Community Outreach Specialist Our Locations: Services are provided statewide either in person or through virtual programming throughout the state of Arizona. If you are interested in seeing one of our programs at your location please contact us. Contact: Julie Craig 928.961.0426 JulieC@AZYP.org

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