1 in 5 youth report they struggle with mental illness

Youth joined together in 2000, to build the Buffalo County Youth Advisory Board to support their peers and advise adults. They ask adults to include them in community decision making and co-designing work that impacts youth.

A donation today will help youth,

Gather monthly in Buffalo County to talk about issues important to them.
Travel to the State Capitol to bring their knowledge to law makers and impact policy.
Engage local youth artists to tell stories of local youth through art.
Provide trainings to youth and adults that change lives.
Gather data to create programing that fits youth needs in Buffalo County.

60% of youth report they do not feel a sense of belonging in their community.

A donation will ensure youth are connected to caring adults.

Buffalo County Youth Voices