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Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 2h

Prevention requires resources and opportunity. CYBHI funded Mirror, Soluna, and Bright Life Kids are avenues for youth to get the resources they need. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #CYBHI #substanceusepreventionmonth training.acesaware.org/aa/detail

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 1d

Open Doors had the opportunity to train with various different programs in Stanislaus County that do critical work in harm reduction. We are so excited to build intentional community with those doing such amazing work. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 2d

Open Doors celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day and honor the many contributions and sacrifices of our Indigenous community members. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #indigenouspeoplesday #community

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 3d

Everyone is navigating so many different life elements right now and it is important for us all to slow down, center and recharge. Find a moment to intentionally breathe and take care of yourself. #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #selfcare #mindfulness #intentionality

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 4d

Here are some Del Norte County statistics on youth substance use from the California Healthy Kids survey. The more we know, the more we can do.#OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 5d

Today is World Mental Health Day and an opportunity to acknowledge the importance of mental health and reducing stigma. Mental health is health. #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #mentalhealthishealth #worldmentalhealthday

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 6d

El Concilio hosted the Open Doors training in Modesto yesterday! Several local agencies that do necessary work within their communities came together and talked about supporting youth needs. Amazing folx doing amazing work! #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 7d

Youth are the heartbeat of our society. Youth action helps to drive us into the future and is a valuable and necessary step towards justice and equity. At Open Doors we value and prioritize youth voice and youth autonomy. #OpenDoorsTraining #youthvoice #youth #youthjusticeactionmonth #youthautonomy

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 8d

The more that trusting adults are able to provide space for youth to have non-stigmatizing conversations about substance use, the more we are able to be present for youth needs. That is prevention. #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youth #substanceusepreventionmonth #youthsubstanceuse

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 12d

Our training with Vista Del Mar staff in Los Angeles was our largest training group yet. We met with 42 amazing people dedicated to the wellbeing of youth! Thank you Vista Del Mar!! #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #VistaDelMar #LosAngeles #mentalhealth

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 14d

Youth are balancing the pressures of ongoing change and transition in their lives. Empathy and understanding around the complexities of transition can be one of the many ways that trusted adults extend care to our youth. #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 14d

Open Doors had the opportunity to present about Restorative Justice to increase social justice for our youth at the CIBHS conference in Burbank on Friday. What an amazing and exciting experience!! #OpenDoorsTraining #CIBHS #restorativejustice #youth #socialjustice #harmreduction #youthwork

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 18d

Here are some Contra Costa County statistics on youth substance use from the California Healthy Kids survey. The more we know, the more we can do. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #ContraCostaCounty #California #youthsubstanceuse

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 20d

Special thank you to Vista Del Mar for hosting the Open Doors team and building intentional community with us this week in training. The work you do to serve youth is absolutely amazing. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #vistadelmar

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 21d

Studies continually show what we know to be true; Connection with a trusted adult improves youth outcomes and youth choices. The value of authentic relationships cannot be understated in the lives of our youth. #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #trustedadult

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 22d

Being in community with those who support California youth is a privilege and an exciting opportunity. Gratitude to those who center the youth’s ability to build their own futures. #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #petaluma #petalumacityschools #community

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 23d

September 15 - October 15 is Hispanic Heritage month and an opportunity to celebrate and learn from our amazing community members. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 24d

In this video Open Doors Youth Advisory Council members share the importance of youth voice and messages for providers. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #youthautonomy #powerful

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 25d

Open Doors “Train the Trainer” is currently in development and will launch October 27th!! Stay tuned for updates and opportunities to become a trainer!! Join our newsletter and watch for social media updates. #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youth #youthdevelopment #trainthetrainer

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 25d

Here are some Colusa County statistics on youth substance use from the California Healthy Kids survey. The more we know, the more we can do. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #ColusaCounty #California #youthsubstanceuse

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 26d

Shout out to Petaluma City School District for hosting an Open Doors training for their mental health providers. We are grateful and had an amazing time learning about what you do. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #PetalumaCitySchoolDistrict #mentalhealth

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 28d

Open Doors is EXCITED to present at the CIBHS 11th Annual EBP/CDEP Conference and to see the keynote speeches from Angela Davis & Dr Thema Bryant! We hope to see you there Sept 25-26 in Burbank. #CommunityDefinedEvidencePractices #EBPCDEP2025 #BehavioralHealth #OpenDoorsTraining #MentalHealth #CIBHS

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · 29d

Prioritizing youth means prioritizing social justice. Providing opportunities and spaces where youth needs and rights are centered is essential to a just and fair society. #OpenDoorsTraining #OpenHeartsOpenDoors #youthvoice #youth #youthdevelopment #socialjustice #justice #opportunities

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · Sep 14

We know that youth are impacted by their environment and experiences. These elements can contribute to how youth make choices about substances but they do not define them. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthsubstanceuse #OpenDoors4youth, #youth #youthdevelopment

Open Doors Training @opendoors4youth.bsky.social · Sep 13

Our curriculum was developed in collaboration with youth and adults that are passionate about providing opportunities for youth wellbeing. The Open Doors community is excited to see more relationships excel. #OpenDoorsTraining, #OpenHeartsOpenDoors, #youthsubstanceuse #youth #youthmatter