1. Oakland Youth Ally Alliance

2. Overview of Approach & Programming
Direct Services & Systems Change
Empowerment through Cascading/Peer Mentorship & Learning Communities

3. Overview of Today’s Presentation
A resource for individuals and organizations grounded in positive youth development
Overview of Today’s Presentation
Introduce OYAA
Solicit Involvement in OYAA
Share Tools

4. Words of Wisdom
What is an ally? An ally is someone who believes in youth empowerment, supports work the youth are doing, and takes steps needed to help youth be successful. - Foster Youth in Action

5. What is OYAA? History and need Leadership structure
Activities and impact
Ways to participate

6. What should OYAA be and do?
Fill out survey at your table
Small group discussion at table
Purpose of OYAA
Activities already planned
Other activities
Whole group report out
We’ll collect surveys

7. Learning and Application Celebrations and Appreciations
Closing Rituals
Learning and Application
Feedback for OYAA
Celebrations and Appreciations