I honor the courage, love, and dedication that drive you to show up for young people every day. Thank you for making it your life’s mission to serve and to make a lasting difference in their lives.
Yedidya Erque
Your courage shows up every day in the way you stand with young people, even when the work is hard. I am grateful for your strength and heart, and I am proud to walk beside you. Thank you for choosing the noble profession of youth work.
Paul Meunier
You bring courage into every moment with young people. Your willingness to show up, speak up, and stand strong for what they need inspires me every day. Thank you for being a brave, steady presence in their lives and in our community.
Joanne Rice
You show courageous care in every conversation, every challenge, and every moment you choose to stand with young people. I’m thankful that my work can walk alongside yours. Your presence, compassion, and steady heart make all the difference. You are extraordinary!
Jade Schleif
Thank you for joining us to celebrate the amazing work you do with young people! Youth work is the work of the heart. It takes courage to bring yourself into the work you do with young people! Thank you for your commitment to youth work.
Gaonu Yang
For all the ways you open your heart to show young people the kind of courage it takes to be yourself so they can become exactly who they are meant to be and learn how that opens the door to real belonging… I am grateful to you!
Barbara Van Deinse
Sincerely,
Your friends at YIPA