Youth Safe Space Initiative

This initiative offers a safe space designed to empower youth by developing protective factors, with a primary focus on social skills development and the prevention of peer pressure and substance use. The group strives to strengthen coping strategies, emotional processing, stress management, and dealing with interpersonal conflicts, among other vital topics. By fostering a nurturing environment, participants can connect with experienced adult mentors and engage with their peers, sharing experiences, and insights in a safe space. The discussions are adaptable, ensuring they meet the specific needs of each specific group. With a max capacity of 15 participants per session, the program aims to enhance youths’ ability to communicate effectively with peers and adults, fostering reconnection and promoting healthy interaction and support-seeking behaviors. Facilitated by a skilled Health Liaison, the group is dedicated to supporting mental health and encouraging youth to seek and offer support within their community. Once a month the opportunity to connect with community. Registration or Drop In options. Ages 12-16 Every Monday and Thursday 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm Free peer and facilitator led group. A safe space for youth to connect and share. Must be no later then 15 mins from the start of the group to participate. Will follow the LCSC school calendar, no meetings during vacations, unless otherwise arranged. (Mondays start in Jan 2026) Let your voice be heard The Academy 410 W. Miami St Logansport, IN 46947 Why Participate? It’s FREE! No cost to attend. Snacks and Drinks provided! Along with weekly prizes! Be heard! Come share, or just listen & connect with peers. To Register or for more information, contact us at: 📞 765-437-6905 📧 projecthope929@yahoo.com Registration or Drop In options. These groups are sponsored by Project HOPE 929 Inc., in cooperation with the Cass County Health Department. Thanks to funding provided by Partners for a Drug Free Cass County and United Way of Cass County. Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSca3PMdexFLE08XxbdZgK0bgs-gwsOqOX1SjcnNbeX3mXfiqw/viewform?pli=1