Category: Community

COVID-19 Vaccines and OYA
The latest information on vaccines for OYA staff and youth. [Updated March 2, 2021]

Janus Youth Programs Awards Scholarships to 12 Youth
Their annual scholarship program helps youth in OYA custody pay for higher education.

Program Helps OYA Youth Build Career Success
Youth Progress’s Career Center got a boost this fall with a move to a new location.

Protect Yourself from the Flu
Learn why flu shots are more important than ever this year, and how OYA will help youth get vaccinated.

Facts About Voting for Youth in OYA Custody
Youth adjudicated in juvenile court can still vote, even if incarcerated. Learn more in our voting guide.

Wildfire Updates and Resources
Learn about the status of OYA facilities and programs related to the wildfires, plus resources where you can find help. (Updated Sept. 17, 2020)

COVID-19: Moving Youth to the Community (Update)
So far, the governor's plans to release incarcerated adults do not include youth in OYA custody.

OYA Celebrates Class of 2020
This spring, 118 of OYA youth on parole or probation graduated with a high school diploma or earned a GED.

OYA Budget Cut Exercise
The governor asked all state agencies to submit plans for a potential budget cut. Here are details about OYA's plan.

Fire Season Begins for Riverbend Crew
Youth in Camp Riverbend's wildland firefighter training program responded to a blaze this week.