young people who have a trusted adult are twice as likely to stay engaged with school or work.
however - 80% of workforce development programs say they lack the ability to train their staff on these crucial skills.
all it takes is 8 minutes.
being a trusted adult doesn't take a lot of time. research shows that if someone is listened to with empathy, presence, and non-judgment, it only takes 8 minutes for that person to feel significantly better about their situation.
we’ve got you
our on-demand, online trainings help your staff show up in the small moments that can have a huge impact in a young person’s life.
current trainings
Navigating youth emotions
Active listening
How to stay centered in a crisis
Trauma and the brain
The trauma informed organization
Adolescent brain development
Creating spaces where young people can thrive
How to have a difficult conversation
Setting healthy boundaries
Mental health coping strategies
How to recognize an unhealthy relationship
How to support someone in an unhealthy relationship
Sexuality 101
Creating safe spaces for non-straight people
Gender 101
Creating safe spaces for trans and gender nonconforming people
Supporting LGBTQ+ youth
Talking to young people about consent
Sexual and Reproductive Health 101
New trainings added every 1-2 months!
“It’s just the need for someone stable. The need for someone to care regardless of anything… they’re going to be there for you.”
what our partners say
“OkaySo’s Bridge Builders program has thoughtful and insightful content that provides engaging and
educational opportunities for our employees. We’ve gotten nothing but positive feedback!”
“I love how interactive the Bridge Builders trainings are and how they really walk us through reflecting
about our interactions.”
“Bridge Builders trainings are realistic to real life scenarios. They’re focused and really easy to apply to my work.”
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interested in becoming a partner?
Partnership prices are customized for every partner with the goal of being accessible for any sized organization, starting at $3,000/year. Scroll down to “get in touch” and send us an inquiry!
