Register to Attend the November BIPOC Youth Summit
The BIPOC Youth Summit was founded by Prevention Program in 2019 as an identity-specific space that allows for youth to build community connections, enhance peer relationships, and explore cultural identity. The 2024 BIPOC Youth Summit will be the second to occur in-person since the COVID-19 pandemic. The summit is a continuation of our Prevention Program’s efforts to educate about healthy relationships, empower youth, and build cultural community connectedness.
This year’s theme is Agents of Change
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What to Expect at the Youth Summit:
Quality Speakers
Community and Friendship Building
Free Food and Fun
This two-day event will focus
on how to use your voice
The summit will feature 12 different workshops led by local BIPOC leaders, interactive activities, and sessions on personal development, social justice, leadership, self-care, and community care. The summit aims to inspire youth to become proactive agents of change in their communities. Over the course of two days we provide youth lunch, swag bags, prizes, and community:
Meet Our Keynote Speaker
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Nov. 9 | Las Mariposas & the Charlitas Podcast Team
Meet the Charlitas! An engaging and insightful podcast hosted by our Mariposas: Alma (our intelligent butterfly), Jair (our pun-master butterfly), Luis (our student athlete butterfly), Pamela (our sassy butterfly) , and Sam (our dramatic butterfly). Broadcasting from the heart of Vancouver, Washington, this podcast is dedicated to exploring a wide array of topics that resonate with both the local Latino community and a broader audience.
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Nov. 10 | Tyler Monk & The Underdog Mentality
Meet Tyler Monk, a first-generation college grad, entrepreneur, and dedicated professional. In 2018, Tyler founded The Underdog Mentality (TUM), a company dedicated to inspirational storytelling that embodies a mindset of overcoming obstacles. The organization’s mantra is, "An unwavering belief in self, despite the circumstances, conditions, and critics that surround a person." Tyler has the ability to help people tap into the power of their potential so they can lead into their greatness.
Event Details
Saturday, November 9 & Sunday, November 10
Location: YWCA Clark County, 3609 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98663.
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Audience: Youth ages 13-18.
Food is included.
Raffle Prizes from Local Businesses!
Thank you to our sponsor: BeawIT Consulting
Frequently Asked Questions
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We need volunteers for the BIPOC Youth Summit. If you’re interested please reach out to Sam Garrison, BIPOC Youth Outreach Coordinator.
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Each year, the Prevention teen curates speakers and breakout room facilitators. This year, in 2024, we’ve confirmed 12 speakers. If you are interested in speaking please reach out to Sam Garrison.
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The Prevention team does coordinate with local vendors to meet the food needs of the events for all participants. Please email Sam Garrison for any additional questions. There are refrigerators in the Community Room space you can use if you prefer or need to bring your own sack lunch.
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Currently, we do not require attendees to bring parents to the BIPOC Youth Summit. This is a space that allows for youth to build community connections, enhance peer relationships, and explore cultural identity.