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Join us on January 31st for SDYS’ Human Trafficking Awareness Event

Jan 12, 2026 January 16 @ 7:20 am

We can raise awareness and stop human trafficking together! Community members are invited to an inspiring free event to learn, connect and make a difference in our community. San Diego Youth Services Human Trafficking Awareness…

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Chief Operating Officer Hanan Scrapper on her first six weeks at San Diego Youth Services

Dec 16, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am ,

Chief Operating Officer Hanan Scrapper on her first six weeks at San Diego Youth Services It’s hard to believe it’s only been six weeks since I officially started at San Diego Youth Services, because it…

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Together We Raised $64,000 for Youth Experiencing Homelessness

Nov 11, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am ,

Together we have raised $64,000 to provide life-saving services to our city’s most vulnerable youth! At last Friday’s Walk & Rally, San Diego Youth Services staff and community members came together to stand against the…

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San Diego Youth Services Welcomes Hanan Scrapper as new Chief Operating Officer

Nov 10, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am ,

Please join us in welcoming Hanan Scrapper as San Diego Youth Services’ new Chief Operating Officer, effective Nov. 10! Hanan succeeds Steven H. Jellá, who is retiring after 25 years of dedicated service to the…

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San Diego Youth Services’ HERE Now Program Highlights National Suicide Prevention Month and Creating Opportunities to Change the Narrative on Suicide

Sep 25, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am ,

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and San Diego Youth Services is raising awareness through its HERE Now School-Based Suicide Prevention and Early Intervention program, which provides life-saving services to youth across San Diego County.

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Congratulations, Kenya! – HR Rising Star Award Finalist

Aug 29, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am

Kenya Orsburn Named Finalist for 2025 HR Rising Star Award! San Diego Youth Services is proud to share that our Community Engagement Coordinator, Kenya Orsburn, has been selected as a Finalist for the 2025 HR…

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Youth Action Board: Uplifting Youth Voice & Wellness

Jul 8, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am

The past few weeks have been filled with powerful, youth-led impact here at YAB! From advocacy to healing spaces, our members have shown exactly what it means to lead with purpose and heart.

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August 23rd: Healing Hooves Community Day

Jul 8, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am

Join us on August 23rd!

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Walter’s Legacy Bike Ride to End Youth Homelessness

Jul 2, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am

Walter Philips, CEO of San Diego Youth Services, completing a 700-mile bike ride to raise funds and awareness for youth experiencing homelessness.

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Becoming a Resource Parent: Changing Lives, One Child at a Time

Jun 27, 2025 January 16 @ 7:20 am

Becoming a Resource Parent: Changing Lives, One Child at a Time By Krysta Hughes, Program Manager | Resource Family Agency, San Diego Youth Services At San Diego Youth Services, we know one simple truth: children…

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