ARIZONA YOUTH LED COALIATION
Who we are
The Arizona Youth Led Coalition (AYLC) is a collaborative network of youth leaders and youth service providers from across the state. We are dedicated to creating a safe and healthy future for all children. Our coalition unites diverse voices from various communities, bringing together the lived experiences of youth alongside the expertise of service providers, working hand-in-hand to prevent violence and exploitation.
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Vision
Everyone, everywhere, every day is safe, respected, and treated fairly.
Mission
To prevent the root causes of sexual violence through youth-led, community-driven solutions.
Partners
Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence
Arizona Department of Health Services
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control
School Of HipHop
It Takes A Village Wellness Center
Northland Family Help Center
AAEC South Mountain High School
- South Mountain Community College
- Substance Abuse Coalition Leaders of Arizona
- Tempe High School
- Phoenix Digital Academy
- Camelback High School
- ASU Prep South Phoenix
- Geneva Epps Mosely Middle School
- Cesar Chavez High School
What we do
We focus on positive, peer-led, community and societal-level efforts to address the root causes of harm
Prevention Education: Equipping youth and communities with the knowledge and tools to prevent violence and exploitation.
Advocacy: Amplifying youth voices in the fight for systemic change through policy, community engagement, and public awareness campaigns.
Leadership Development: Supporting young people in becoming advocates for their peers, promoting safety, fairness, and respect as norms.
Collaboration: Partnering with schools, families, and community organizations to foster environments where all are protected and empowered.
Join us!
Coalition meetings are on the last Monday of every month from 4:30-5:30 pm AZ time.
Committee meetings are on the second Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30 AZ time
2025 AYLC Coalition Meeting Dates:
February 24, March 31, April 28, June 30, July 28, Aug 25, Sept 29, Oct 27, Nov 24
2025 AYLC Committee Meeting Date and Times: February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8.
The AYLC committees:
1. Policies & Practices: Policy/system changes
2. School Abuse Prevention Workgroup
3. Engagement & Events
4. Resources & Capacity Building
Link for coalition/committee meetings: https://meet.google.com/sbf-dzcx-zex
To join by phone, dial +1 614-758-9162 and enter PIN: 201 620 27
COMMUNITY LEVEL WORK
- Prevention Workshops: TIPP training in schools and workplaces.
- Peer-Led Programs: Youth leaders facilitate peer-to-peer discussions, activities, and school wide outreach to build awareness and promote safety within their schools and communities.
- Family & Community Engagement: Partnering with families and organizations to build support networks that prevent harm.
- Public Awareness Campaigns: Organizing local events and social media efforts to encourage community involvement in prevention.
SOCIETAL LEVEL WORK
Policy Advocacy: Engaging with policymakers to strengthen laws and advocate for change at the state Capitol.
- Statewide Collaboration: Partnering with organizations and agencies to address violence.
- Data & Research: Supporting communities in collecting data to inform policies and prevention strategies.
- District-Wide Superintendent Letters: Including "Messages from the Superintendent" developed with youth for school onboarding processes which aims to carefully screen potential hires to avoid employing individuals with harmful intentions.
By and for the community.
