03/12/2026
We are excited to invite your school to participate in the Circle of HOPE Youth Leadership Initiative – One-Day Power House Regional Conference on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at The Venue at Westwind.
This high-energy, youth-centered conference is designed to equip middle and high school students with practical leadership tools, prevention knowledge, and advocacy skills they can immediately apply on their campuses and in their communities.
🗓 Event Details
Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
Location: The Venue at Westwind
Registration: 8:00 AM – 8:50 AM
Program Begins: 9:00 AM
Conference Concludes: 2 PM
Cost: FREE to Attend
Lunch: Provided
Transportation: Schools provide their own transportation
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: MARCH 13, 2026
🎯 Conference Focus Areas
This one-day experience addresses priority youth prevention topics through interactive sessions and leadership-building activities:
ATOD (Alcohol, To***co & Other Drugs) Prevention
Va**ng Awareness
Mental Health & Emotional Wellness
Bullying Prevention
Pedestrian Safety
Decision-Making & Peer Influence
Youth Advocacy & Leadership Development
Distracted Driving Prevention
Why This Matters
This conference aligns with statewide prevention priorities and empowers students to:
Use their voice responsibly
Lead prevention initiatives on campus
Strengthen peer-to-peer influence
Build resilience and confidence
Develop actionable school-based prevention plans
Students will leave with practical strategies, leadership confidence, and a clear understanding that “The Best Version of You Begins With You.”
🔗 Registration
Please register your students using the link below:
https://forms.gle/7LbuBZGspkhxB6QBA
Spots are limited, and we encourage schools to register early.
If you have questions or would like to discuss participation details, please do not hesitate to reach out. We look forward to partnering with you to build youth leadership and strengthen prevention efforts across our region.
With Purpose and HOPE,
Genine LaTrice Perez, MA, CPC gperez@aryouthlead.org
