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We Think Twice: A Campaign Created With Youth For Youth
FYSB and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health have launched a new campaign to encourage teens to think about their goals before engaging in risky behaviors. Parents, grantees, and other entities can all help spread the word. -
Mentoring Program Helps Youth Exposed to Violence
This Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence project provides mentorship to youth ages 8 to 18 who have experienced domestic violence, teen dating violence, and co-occurring bullying. -
Human Trafficking Happens Everywhere
Runaway and homeless youth are vulnerable to recruitment for sex and labor trafficking in person and online. -
Financial Aid Toolkit for Counselors Available
The Dept of Ed has great resources for professionals, youth, and families about student financial aid, including assistance for homeless youth.
What is the Family & Youth Services Bureau (FYSB)?
The Family and Youth Services Bureau supports the organizations and communities that work every day to put an end to youth homelessness, adolescent pregnancy and domestic violence.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) TTY: 1-800-787-3224 Live Chat: www.thehotline.org
- National Runaway Safeline 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929) Live Chat: www.1800runaway.org
Latest from FYSB
Announcing We Think Twice: A Youth-Centered Social Media Campaign Empowering Youth to Achieve Optimal Behavior
July 23, 2019Department of Education Offers Financial Aid Resources to Counselors, Youth, and Families
February 5, 2019National Runaway Prevention Month Shines a Light on a Continuing Crisis
December 12, 2018When You Don't Have a Lawyer, You Still Have Help
October 23, 2018- More News >
Quick Fact
have been victims of domestic violence in their lifetime, according to The National Domestic Violence Hotline.
FYSB's Family Violence Prevention Services Program exists to ensure that all victims of domestic violence have access to the services and supports that they need to live a life free of abuse.
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