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YES Institute is actively engaging with a variety of communities through a wide range of recent workshops and presentations. We partnered with the University of Miami to educate nursing students about inclusion and patient-centered care for gender- and orientation-diverse populations.

This summer, YES Institute invites you to be part of powerful conversations, meaningful connections, and community building—all in support of our mission to prevent youth suicide and create inclusive communities.

This summer, the YES Institute had the privilege of leading powerful, interactive workshops for two inspiring youth leadership programs: Camp MetroTown, hosted by Mosaic Miami, and the First Star Academy at the University of Miami, which supports college readiness for youth with a foster care experience.

YES Institute had the opportunity to present four sessions on Patient and Family Centered Care for Gender & Orientation Diverse Populations to all first-year medical students at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

We are thrilled to highlight a recent feature from VoyageMIA, where our Executive Director, Joseph Zolobczuk, shares his personal journey and the transformative work of YES Institute. In this candid conversation, Joseph reflects on …

In the U.S., only about half of the youth with a mental health condition receive treatment or intervention (CDC, 2023).
Meanwhile, stigma about mental health remains a significant barrier to seeking help.

In response to increasing requests for conversations centered on well-being and resiliency, YES Institute has been meeting the community where they are …