got youth voice?Kyle Reece, President of Youth M.O.V.E. NCCaderrick Lindsey, Sgt. In Arms of Youth M.O.V.E. North CarolinaJadda Jefferies, BSYouth Coordinator at NORTH CAROLINA FAMILIES UNITEDAdult Support for Youth M.O.V.E. North Carolina

Garron Rogers, MACMYouth Transition Director at NORTH CAROLINA FAMILIES UNITED,

Adult Support for Youth M.O.V.E. North Carolina

What is youth voice?“I believe the children are our are futureTeach them well and let them lead the wayShow them all the beauty they possess insideGive them a sense of pride to make it easier”

Whitney Houston, Greatest Love Of All

What is youth voice?

• Young Adults with lived experience are change agents

•We have an unique insight when it comes to the effectiveness of policies and services

•We are driven to better our own lives and our community

•We seek guidance and opportunity to speak up and speak out

How to implement Youth Voice?• Give Youth the time and space to

address their needs and visions

•COMPENSATE and INCENTIVIZE their time and effort!

•Meet them where they are- be patient and respectful!

How do WE implement youth voice?

We provide our insight from lived experience to policy makers, health care providers, Local and state officials

Have a seat at the table

We must practice what we preach. By being tolerant, culturally competent, and welcoming to all youth from all walks of life we build a diverse group of change agents!

How do WE implement youth voice?

Be INCLUSIVE!

By working with other organizations and by working towards a common goal, we implement youth voice at a faster and more effective rate, as well as reach different populations!

How do WE implement youth voice?Collaborate with others

By training others on how to implement youth voice, we continually shape our community and other communities as well.

How do WE implement youth voice?

Spread the good word

Volunteering and being role models effectively get our name and mission out, and creates further legitimizes our dedication and purpose

Be Active in the Community!How do WE implement youth voice?