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Celebrate 35 Years of FVPSA!
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) in October, celebrate FVPSA — helping survivors of domestic violence and their children, advocates, organizations, and service systems for 35 years. -
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. -
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
Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Program Announces FY2019 Awards
October 10, 2019Calendar of Events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2019
October 8, 2019RHY Program Announces FY2019 Grant Awards
September 24, 2019Youth Share Relationship Insights During 4-H Briefing
September 23, 2019- More News >
Quick Fact
of homeless youth have mental health problems from stressful and traumatic experiences.
FYSB-funded transitional living programs provide mental health counseling in a trauma-informed setting to improve young people’s chances of healing.