Empowering Youth

Across California

The California Youth Empowerment Network (CAYEN) was formed in 2006
to develop, educate, and strengthen the voices of Transition Age Youth
(TAY; youth ages 15-26) to shape local and statewide public policy.

500+ Public
Policy Wins

CAYEN has collectively impacted over 500 policies
that continue to expand access, deepen equity,
and improve the lives of TAY across California.

10,000+ TAY Directly Served

Over 10,000 TAY have directly participated
in CAYEN’s trainings, conferences, and
peer-led initiatives in the past 5 years alone.

20 Years of Collaboration

CAYEN’s 20 years of collaboration have allowed us to strengthen systems of care and amplify TAY voice to shape a more equitable future.

CAYEN’s I AM Collaborative was instrumental in passing AB 2711 (Ramos), which is
replacing punishment with support for students facing substance use challenges.
Below are two tools to help youth and schools implement this new law:

AB 2711 Implementation guide

Practical steps and best practices to help schools apply AB 2711’s
public health approach to help schools replace punishment with support.

AB 2711 Know Your Rights doc

Learn what AB 2711 means for you and how to speak up
for the support that you and your peers deserve.

Get Involved with CAYEN

 

Want to Talk to Someone?

You can call the California Peer-Run Warm Line to connect with a peer counselor to talk about your needs and concerns such as relationship challenges, anxiety, pain, depression, finances, alcohol/drug use, and more. Click here to learn more or call 855-845-7416 for confidential support today!