“The secret of our success is that we never, never give up” – Wilma Mankiller, first woman elected as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich ...
Five formerly incarcerated young women recently returned to Oak Creek to share their stories and advice.
For many youth in OYA custody, making music is a form of therapy.
The Jackie Winters Transition Program serves youth preparing to move back to the community from close custody.
A MacLaren youth who was once in foster care designed and created an appreciation gift for OYA's foster parents.
Five Oregon Youth Authority employees are being recognized by Gov. Kate Brown during Public Service Recognition Week, which is May 5-11, 2019.
Darrin Lyons visited with MacLaren and Rogue Valley’s barbers-in-training, motivating them to make a difference in the industry.
For National Volunteer Appreciation Week, OYA thanks some of the many amazing people who donate time to helping youth.
Students collect daily data for the National Weather Service — and discover a love for science in the process.
OYA employees Rod Martin, Patrick Lindell, and Tonya Hoover were recognized for their dedication to the agency's mission, vision, and core values.
Staff at the STEPS program teach youth skills so that they can do better next time.
A teacher at OYA's Tillamook facilities draws parallels between garden pathways and the metaphorical roads traveled by youth she mentors.
With the help of OYA, Renée Hernandez went from being an incarcerated youth to a respected staff member and mentor.
The new building offers expanded educational and vocational opportunities at Rogue Valley Youth Correctional Facility.
