Pre-Conference Institute: Emerging Practices for Emerging Adults

Key components of effective TAY services will be shared to enable participants to evaluate strengths, and identify "improvables". The 5 components of effective TAY services include; Trauma Informed Care capacity – recognizing the pervasive and profound impacts of trauma on TAY and how to effectively address them. Engagement Strategies –building relationships with TAY through social media, expressive arts and Peer Supporters. Supported Education and Employment –  improving outcomes in these critical areas to divert youth from lifetimes of poverty, disability and marginalization.Early Intervention Psychosis – overcoming the widespread hopelessness and helplessness  of providers and youth experiencing psychosis.