Youth Safe Space Initiative

This initiative offers a safe space designed to empower youth by developing essential 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.

Ages 12-16
Every Thursday
3:45 p.m.

Free peer and facilitator led group. A safe space for youth to connect and share. Must be no later than 15 mins from the start of the group to participate. Starts August 14, 2025 and will follow the LCSC school calendar, no meetings during vacations.

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.

with additional funding from: United Way Cass County, in coordination with Cass County Health Department

Register at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSca3PMdexFLE08XxbdZgK0bgs-gwsOqOX1SjcnNbeX3mXfiqw/viewform