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- Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA)
- 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC)
- Carl D. Perkins Act
- Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
- Higher Education Act (HEA)
- Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
- State-Level Policies
- Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
- February 3, 2023
Equitable Pathways to Opportunities for Young People
AYPF Youth Policy Consultants share insights on creating equitable pathways to opportunities for youth.
- January 6, 2023
Looking Back & Looking Ahead
AYPF’s Executive Director Stephanie McGencey looks back and looks ahead to the coming months for AYPF.
- November 9, 2022
Addressing Student Mental Health: Strategies for Teachers
Rachael describes how teachers and policymakers can address the youth mental health crisis.
- August 10, 2022
Access to Higher Education: Supports for Homeless and Foster Youth
Rachelle discusses the need for supporting access to higher education for homeless and foster youth, and offers possible solutions.
- July 8, 2022
Make No Choice Without Youth Voice
Kameryn discusses youth engagement--her experience, research on the topic, and AYPF's strategy.
- April 11, 2022
Trauma-responsive Educational Practices: Providing Schools with Tools to Address the Youth Mental Health Crisis
To address the crisis, Anusha provides resources to help schools with youth mental health.
- January 26, 2022
For Native Education, Community Is the Answer
Kameryn discusses challenges for Native youth in education systems and what to do about them.
- November 2, 2021
Preventing Youth Suicide: Another Pandemic Imperative
Stephanie, AYPF's executive director, examines youth suicide during the pandemic and how to prevent it.
- October 28, 2021
Teaching for Change
Keesha introduces Teaching for Change, with an introduction from Stephanie, AYPF's executive director.
- October 8, 2021
COVID-19 Learning Gap: Leveraging Federal Funding and the Power of Community Schools
Kameryn discusses the benefits of community schools, particularly during the pandemic.
- September 30, 2021
COVID-19 Learning Gap: Building Agency and Addressing Social-Emotional Needs
Kameryn discusses students' social-emotional needs impacted by the pandemic and how educators can help.
- September 15, 2021
COVID-19 Learning Gap: Opportunities for Educational Re-invention
Kameryn discusses challenges youth face during the pandemic and opportunities for educational reinvention.
- July 1, 2021
How and Why Child Abuse Goes Undetected and What We Can Do About It
Taylor writes about challenges faced by children, parents, and potential reporters in the United States and how those challenges explain inconsistencies in rep…
- January 28, 2021
Fostering Relationships During COVID-19
To recognize National Mentoring Month, Maria Duarte calls for committed mentorship that prioritizes the social and emotional needs of youth.
- December 1, 2020
Research-Policymaker COVID-19 Collaboration: Lessons from Boston’s Summer Jobs Program
Based on a recent webinar, Loretta Goodwin outlines the factors that made the Boston’s summer jobs program partnership a success, and reflects on lessons learn…
- November 18, 2020
Actions to “Gift” Youth Experiencing Homelessness This Holiday Season
As the holidays approach, Maria Duarte asks us to remember those most in need & to mitigate the COVID-19 impact on young people experiencing homelessness.
- November 5, 2020
The Importance of Healing-Centered Afterschool Programs in the COVID-19 era
Shawn Knecht writes how out-of-school/afterschool programs help vulnerable students heal from stress & hardships intensified by the pandemic.
- October 13, 2020
Top Ten Ways to Engage Students in Deeper Learning during COVID
Dr. Loretta Goodwin considers how educators can help students remain engaged, motivated, & learning during COVID-19.
- August 12, 2020
How COVID-19 Affects Mental Health Disparities for Vulnerable Youth
Dr. Stephanie McGencey writes how the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on BIYOC & other traditionally underserved youth requires a targeted response.
- July 21, 2020
The Impact of COVID-19 Through the Lens of Foster Youth and Justice-Involved Youth
After a series of focus groups, Maria Duarte & Nicole Chandonnet share research alongside youth voices relating their COVID-19 experiences.
