Amanda Renee Parker

ACAM Development Coordinator. Eternal optimist.

[Amanda Renee Parker @ReneeParke52296]

@TNOYS Every effort should be made so that BIPOC and LGBTQ+ YYA feel heard, considered, included, and represented.

[Amanda Renee Parker @ReneeParke52296]

I am not personally sure, but my guess is education such as classes on physical / emotional fitness. What I do know is creating truly safe spaces for YYA to ask questions and seek assistance without the fear of feeling judged or being reprimanded is essential.

[Texas Network of Youth Services (TNOYS) @TNOYS]

Q4: Positive health and mental health are very important for YYA development. What are best practices to foster physical and mental well-being in young people? #TNOYSTownHall #PositiveYouthDevelopment

[Amanda Renee Parker @ReneeParke52296]

@TNOYS Providing opportunities for YYA to develop and cultivate their *unique* talents/skills offers a path towards resiliency. Acknowledging accomplishments, on realistic step by step timelines, helps build confidence.

[Amanda Renee Parker @ReneeParke52296]

PYD recognizes that each individual possesses unique strengths and aims to provide those individuals with a greater sense of community and connectedness.

[Texas Network of Youth Services (TNOYS) @TNOYS]

Q2: How does positive youth development differ from traditional approaches to working with youth and young adults (YYA)? #TNOYSTownHall #PositiveYouthDevelopment