Transition Age Youth Collaborative
The Transition Age Youth (TAY) Collaborative
Background and Process:The Transition Age Youth (TAY) Collaborative
Background and Process:
The Transition Age Youth (TAY) Collaborative
Over the last six months, the Yolo County Office of Education has facilitated a series of convenings with over 70+ individuals representing 20+ organizations across Yolo and neighboring counties. Participants included Transition Age Youth (TAY) ages 16 to 24, educational organizations, local businesses, city & county services, and community partners were represented as the collective group participated in the following activities:
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Sharing our hopes and dreams for Transition Age Youth in Yolo County
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Asset mapping of Transition Age Youth focused services, opportunities, and supports
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Analysis of collective and participating organizational strengths and gaps
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Participation in listening circles building relationships, identifying alignment, and developing coherence
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Analysis of the current landscape for a Transition Age Youth living in Yolo County
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Defining what it means for Transition Age Youth to Thrive
To the right is a graphic summary defining what it would mean for Transition Age Youth to thrive in Yolo County. Defining indicators of thriving Transition Age Youth in Yolo County are:
Well-being
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Yolo County Transition Age Youth Basic needs are met
- Yolo County Transition Age Youth are Connected to community
Engagement
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Yolo County Transition Age Youth have a variety of training and opportunities for Jobs and Employment
- Yolo County Transition Age Youth Knows how to access resources
Performance
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Yolo County Transition Age Youth have access to meaningful and quality Education
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Yolo County Transition Age Youth feel Confident, empowered, and hopeful about their lives and future opportunities
