Category: Community
2021 OYA Director’s Award winners announced
Ali Rolle, Brent Rutkowski, and Griselda Solano-Salinas are this year's winners.
Owl’s Nest: A safe space for youth of color to grow
A new residential program in Portland aims to provide culturally-responsive support for OYA youth.
Sharing perspectives on Veterans’ Day
OYA staff who are veterans talk about what the holiday means to them.
Janus Youth Programs awards scholarships to OYA youth
Fifteen current and former OYA youth received scholarships for higher education or vocational training supplies.
Peer Support Team Ready to Listen
OYA’s parole and probation staff are accustomed to helping others. But what happens when they need their own support?
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Oregon will officially honor this day for the first time on Oct. 11.
‘More than just cutting someone’s hair’
Three youth from Camp Florence have become the go-to barbers in their coastal town.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 through October 15 is a celebratory time for learning about Hispanic cultures.
Staying Safe in Extreme Heat
Here are some tips for how to make sure you and those around you don’t get sick during hot temperatures.
MacLaren Artists Use Their Talents to Brighten Community Space
The youth painted a mural for AWARE Food Bank in Woodburn as part of an ongoing partnership.