Youth Health Advocate Program

10/25/2025

is supported by the NYSDOH - New York State Health Department (NYSDOH) AIDS Institute.
PrEP Aware Week is New York State’s bold initiative to center HIV prevention as a right—not a privilege. Held from October 19th–25th this year, The statewide campaign elevates the power of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) as a routine, accessible, and life-affirming option for HIV prevention.
This year’s campaign features eight dynamic ambassadors from across New York State, each reflecting the depth, diversity, and strength of the communities that PrEP is meant to serve. From youth to elders, from rural towns to city blocks—PrEP Aware Week uplifts the real stories of real people taking control of their health.
Throughout the week, you’ll find a lineup of in-person and virtual events designed to educate, empower, and eliminate stigma. The goal? To make sure everyone—regardless of age, identity, or background—knows that PrEP is not only effective, it’s for them.
This is the PrEP Revolution. We’re rising—for our health, our futures, and our right to choose.
To learn more, visit PrEPforSex.org

10/24/2025

Happy last day of PrEP Spirit Week Everyone 🥳🥳🥳

We appreciate everyone who dressed for our spirit week, attended any outreach, after school programming, or events with the YHAP team! 🩷💜🩵

If anyone is interested in learning more about PrEP or accessing PrEP, please contact us at either number!

Chey: (315) 529-7368
Aly: (315) 806-3932

Also feel free to check out the following website for more PrEP information and to help locate providers near you: https://preplocator.org/

10/24/2025

is supported by the NYSDOH - New York State Health Department (NYSDOH) AIDS Institute.
PrEP Aware Week is New York State’s bold initiative to center HIV prevention as a right—not a privilege. Held from October 19th–25th this year, The statewide campaign elevates the power of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) as a routine, accessible, and life-affirming option for HIV prevention.
This year’s campaign features eight dynamic ambassadors from across New York State, each reflecting the depth, diversity, and strength of the communities that PrEP is meant to serve. From youth to elders, from rural towns to city blocks—PrEP Aware Week uplifts the real stories of real people taking control of their health.
Throughout the week, you’ll find a lineup of in-person and virtual events designed to educate, empower, and eliminate stigma. The goal? To make sure everyone—regardless of age, identity, or background—knows that PrEP is not only effective, it’s for them.
This is the PrEP Revolution. We’re rising—for our health, our futures, and our right to choose.
To learn more, visit PrEPforSex.org

10/23/2025

Excited to present and collaborate with Friends of Recovery Oswego County tomorrow! 🥳🥳 Snacks will be provided 🩵💜🩷

OCO's Youth Health Advocate Program will be popping into our center tomorrow to play some Jeopardy. All are welcome to join us!

Learn about PrEP and have fun while doing it! 💜

10/23/2025

is supported by the New York State Health Department (NYSDOH) AIDS Institute.
PrEP Aware Week is New York State’s bold initiative to center HIV prevention as a right—not a privilege. Held from October 19th–25th this year, The statewide campaign elevates the power of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) as a routine, accessible, and life-affirming option for HIV prevention.
This year’s campaign features eight dynamic ambassadors from across New York State, each reflecting the depth, diversity, and strength of the communities that PrEP is meant to serve. From youth to elders, from rural towns to city blocks—PrEP Aware Week uplifts the real stories of real people taking control of their health.
Throughout the week, you’ll find a lineup of in-person and virtual events designed to educate, empower, and eliminate stigma. The goal? To make sure everyone—regardless of age, identity, or background—knows that PrEP is not only effective, it’s for them.
This is the PrEP Revolution. We’re rising—for our health, our futures, and our right to choose.
To learn more, visit PrEPforSex.org

10/22/2025

Happy third day of PrEP Awareness Week everyone!! Thank you to everyone who participated in the spirit week and wore PJs today.

We are looking forward to seeing everyone's outfit for tomorrow's theme, superhero/role model day!🦸‍♀️🦸🦸‍♂️

If anyone is interested in learning more about PrEP or accessing PrEP, please contact us at either number!
(315) 529-7368
(315) 806-3932
🩷💜🩵

Also feel free to check out the following website for more PrEP information and to help locate providers near you: https://preplocator.org/

10/22/2025

Happy second day of PrEP Awareness Week everyone!! Thank you to everyone who participated in the spirit week and wore blue🩵 Additionally, thank you to those who stopped by our table today at GRB and everyone who attended Peer Education club 🥳

We are looking forward to seeing everyone's outfit for tomorrow's theme, PrEP and PJs!

If anyone is interested in learning more about PrEP or accessing PrEP, please contact us at either number!
(315) 529-7368
(315) 806-3932

Also feel free to check out the following website for more PrEP information and to help locate providers near you: https://preplocator.org/

10/20/2025

Thank you to everyone for participating in Mercury Monday!! We loved visiting Friends of Recovery Oswego County today, thank you for having us and we hope everyone had a happy Monday! What a wonderful kick-off to PrEP Aware Week, we hope people are excited to participate in tomorrow's theme, Blue for PrEP🩵

Mercury Monday is in celebration and promotion of the Mercury Phoenix Trust, a charity for fighting against HIV/AIDS through helping with funding smaller organizations related to HIV/AIDS prevention, education, treatment, etc. 🥸

10/20/2025

is supported by the NYSDOH - New York State Health Department (NYSDOH) AIDS Institute.
PrEP Aware Week is New York State’s bold initiative to center HIV prevention as a right—not a privilege. Held from October 19th–25th this year, The statewide campaign elevates the power of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) as a routine, accessible, and life-affirming option for HIV prevention.
This year’s campaign features eight dynamic ambassadors from across New York State, each reflecting the depth, diversity, and strength of the communities that PrEP is meant to serve. From youth to elders, from rural towns to city blocks—PrEP Aware Week uplifts the real stories of real people taking control of their health.
Throughout the week, you’ll find a lineup of in-person and virtual events designed to educate, empower, and eliminate stigma. The goal? To make sure everyone—regardless of age, identity, or background—knows that PrEP is not only effective, it’s for them.
This is the PrEP Revolution. We’re rising—for our health, our futures, and our right to choose.
To learn more, visit PrEPforSex.org

10/16/2025

National Bullying Prevention Month is a significant event aimed at raising awareness and promoting kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. It is a monthlong campaign that encourages everyone to take action against bullying and to create a safer environment for all children. The month is dedicated to educating the public about the negative effects of bullying and to provide tools for prevention. It also serves as a reminder that bullying is not acceptable and that every child deserves to feel safe and valued.

10/14/2025

Health Education is tabling at GRB today!! Stop by our table, win a small prize, and learn about our after school health education club 😁