  Opportunity | Equity | Youth and Family Voice | Access | Action
What Have We Been Up To?
Building Youth and Parent Leadership
Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI)
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OYF is proud to partner with the Health Department’s Healthy Start program to launch the Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI) this fall. PLTI is a 20-week leadership program that increases the civic skills of diverse parents/caregivers to become leading advocates for their children and changemakers in their community. The cohort began their PLTI journey last Saturday, Nov. 2nd! |
Mayor's Youth Advisory Council
 This month, OYF formally launched the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council (MYAC), which develops youth leaders by engaging them in policy-making. The inaugural cohort is comprised of twenty one youth, ages 14-18.
As part of their commitment to be civic leaders, MYAC members provide ongoing feedback to the Mayor and City departments, organize an annual youth leadership summit, and complete a collective impact project.
MYAC members will present to the New Orleans City Council on November 7th to share a series of youth-focused recommendations and priorities for the 2020 City budget.
Leveraging Libraries as Health Hubs
Healthy Women New Orleans
Through a partnership with the New Orleans Health Department, the New Orleans Public Libraries, and Touro Hospital, the Healthy Women New Orleans health series brings blood pressure screenings and maternal health resources to public libraries across the city.
In our state, expectant African American mothers are dying from childbirth at a rate that is three to four times that of white mothers. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is the leading cause of pregnancy complications and can cause problems during and after delivery. Early identification and intervention are critical to preventing serious complications.
At each event, women are provided with free blood pressure screenings, a consultation with a Touro healthcare provider, and information about a number of programs offered by the New Orleans Health Department and other City agencies.
Come visit Algiers Regional Library on November 9th from 10AM-12PM to learn more!
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Social Workers in Libraries
This spring, OYF and the New Orleans Public Libraries developed a trauma-informed strategic plan to improve the services available to library patrons. In the next few weeks, the libraries will be hiring a licensed social worker who will work to enhance outreach and support to patrons. Be on the lookout for the job posting on OYF and NOPL websites!
New Developments at OYF
Community Resource Guides: In Print and Online!
The New Orleans Children & Youth Planning Board (CYPB), Mayor’s Office of Youth and Families (OYF), and New Orleans Youth Alliance (NOYA) teamed up with VIA LINK to launch Youth NOLA -- a New Orleans community resource database with a youth-focused spin.
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The newly released Youth NOLA online database highlights youth-focused categorizes, and maps over 300 (and growing!) child, youth, and family-friendly resources throughout Orleans Parish.
Additionally, through a partnership with the New Orleans Youth Alliance, community members can now learn about all of the youth programs available throughout the city by picking up a copy of the 2019 youth program resource directory in print!
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New Additions to Our Team
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Kim Vu is the Office of Youth and Families' Operations Coordinator. Prior to joining the City of New Orleans, Kim gained experience in contract administration and grant management for the Lakefront Management Authority. Born and raised in New Orleans, Kim looks forward to making a substantial impact on her home town while gaining a wide range of experiences relevant to city government. Kim received her Bachelor's degree in Finance from Loyola University of New Orleans. |
Ashley Toney is the MSW intern for OYF. She attends Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO). Prior to pursuing her master’s degree at SUNO, she worked as a nurse as she matriculated through the social work program earning a bachelor’s degree from Southeastern Louisiana University. Her experience as a social worker and nurse lends a well-rounded approach to problem solving and service delivery. |
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OYF is Hiring!
The Office of Youth & Families is seeking an individual to serve as a Program Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience and passion in the areas of youth leadership, parent engagement, and partnership development.
Upcoming Events
Neighborhood Summit
Join us at the 2019 Neighborhood Summit on Saturday, November 9th at 10:00am at University Medical Center Conference Rooms (2000 Canal street) to hear about strategies to make New Orleans a Child-Friendly City.
Park Partners Public Meeting
Residents are invited to attend the Park Partners Public Meeting on Wednesday November 13th from 5:30 PM-6:30 PM at Rosenwald Recreation Center (1120 South Broad, 70125). Representatives from the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORDC), Parks & Parkways, Audubon Nature Institute and City Park will present on collaborative programming opportunities, environmental stewardship, and a city-wide parks master plan. |
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NORD Community Talks & Listening Sessions
Join NORD's executive team for an hour of community engagement, Q&A, and general NORD updates in your neighborhood. The meetings are a great opportunity to hear about current projects, upcoming programming and events and more.
Upcoming Meetings:
- November 7th, Behrman Recreation Center (2529 General Meyer Avenue) 6:00 PM-7:00PM
- November 12th, Sanchez Recreation Center (1616 Caffin Avenue) 10:00AM-11:00AM
- November 12th, Lyons Recreation Center (624 Louisiana Avenue) 6:00PM-7:00PM
- November 14th, Gernon Brown Recreation Center (1101 Harrison Avenue) 5:00PM-6:00PM
Save the Date: New Orleans Book Fest
The 2020 New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University, a new major literary event for the Crescent City, will kick-off its inaugural weekend, March 19-21. Family Day at the Festival on Saturday March 21, will focus on literary advancement and feature readings and special literacy-themed activities for the children of New Orleans and their families. Family Day is a joint partnership with the City of New Orleans' Office of Youth and Families and the Scholastic Corporation. The festival will engage with teachers and school organizations, as well as literacy, child advocacy and city partners to encourage attendance and participation in the festival. Stay tuned!
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Community Resources
Online School Calendars
Visit the Cowen Institute's new online resource, which houses all of the City's public school calendars. This resource allows you to view all New Orleans public school calendars in one place and you can sync them to your own Google calendar.
NORD App
The NORD app is now available for iOS and Android smartphones. Access program schedules, view class descriptions, receive alerts, and find NORD locations near you.
In the News
New partnership between NORDC, local school district fills gap for middle school sports
Letters: Get yourself a New Orleans library card
New Orleans Public Library to eliminate late fines for 'youth materials'
NORD Summer Camp Partnership Application
New and expanded New Orleans Book Festival announced at Tulane
New Orleans, Touro partner on health events for women
New Orleans juvenile jail renamed ahead of reforms
Job Postings
Juvenile Justice Intervention Center (JJIC)
The JJIC is hiring! They are seeking Juvenile Detention Counselors, who play a critical role at the facility serving youth as counselors, supervisors and role models. This position offers a regionally competitive salary (starting at $32K) with benefits and a career ladder for promotion. Visit nola.gov/ysc to learn more information.
New Orleans Recreation Development Commission
To learn more about NORDC job opportunities, follow this link. For more information about employment opportunities, contact Debra Calderon at NORD 504-658-3052 or dlcalderon@nola.gov.
New Orleans Public Libraries
Visit NOPL's website to learn more about employment opportunities.
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