Join us online to chat, share, and shape the future together at the Youth Voices Forum!

The Youth Voices Forum is a virtual community conversation designed to provide a safe, welcoming space where young people can share their experiences, ask questions, and discuss the issues that matter most to them. Participants will engage in an interactive discussion with local professionals, community leaders, and resource providers who are committed to supporting youth as they prepare for adulthood.

Rather than listening to presentations, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in open dialogue, ask questions, and connect with valuable resources available throughout Prince William County.

Discussion Topics

• Preparing for College and Career Success
• • Financial aid and FAFSA
  • Scholarships
  • College and career planning
  • Resources available after high school
• Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being
• • Managing stress and academic pressure
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Building healthy support systems
  • Knowing when and where to seek help
• Preparing for Adulthood
• • Workforce opportunities
  • Financial independence
  • Navigating today’s economy
  • Life after high school
• Community Safety & Youth Engagement
• • Violence prevention
  • Building trust with community leaders
  • Youth perspectives on safety
  • Community resources and support