If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
To help us plan future training needs, please complete our Training Needs Survey.
FREE PARENT TEEN CONNECTION CONFERENCE
This conference is for you if:
You want fewer power struggles and more real conversations with your teen.
You’re ready to stay calm when emotions spike instead of getting pulled into the chaos.
You want a clear, science-based understanding of your teen’s brain and behavior.
You need practical ways to set limits that keep respect and connection intact.
You’re looking for tools that make everyday family life easier — without yelling, lecturing, or bribing.
Join thousands of parents and educators learning how to bring peace back home — with research-backed tools, relatable stories, and practical steps you can use right away.
SEARCH INSTITUTE YOURH OPPORTUNITY TOOLKIT
When youth have not one, but a web of developmental relationships, they are more likely to grow, learn, and develop social-emotional skills and resilience in the face of obstacles. These transformative relationships are foundational to supporting young people in building, strengthening, and activating their social capital.
Search Institute’s Youth Opportunity Toolkit is a free tool designed to help organizations gain insight into the benefits of social capital while introducing the key components to support leaders and practitioners in getting started on a pathway to becoming a social capital promoting organization.
KVC WEST VIRGINIA
"How to Talk With Teens About Dating in the Age of Social Media"
KVC West Virginia has released a new parent guide to help families navigate teen dating in the digital age.
This resource offers practical tips for supporting healthy relationships, recognizing red flags, and fostering open communication as young people explore online and offline connections.
VOLUNTEER WV DISASTER RECOVERY TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Essentials for Disaster Case Management: 2-Day Training
Where: Welch, WV 24801
When: February 24 & 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM each day
Description:
Developed by Catholic Charities USA, this training equips case managers, community responders and volunteers with the tools they need to help individuals and families recover from disasters. Participants will take part in interactive sessions covering 10 key areas of disaster case management. Upon completion of the training, they will earn a National Disaster Case Management Certification.
Who Should attend?
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Case Managers who will provide service to disaster victims
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Supervisors of disaster case managers
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Long term recovery group representatives
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Community members interested in volunteer disaster case management
MOTT MILLION DOLLAR CHALLENGE
A Pitch Competition for Kids and Teens
Kids and teens everywhere have world changing ideas that deserve the spotlight, and the Mott Million Dollar Challenge is their chance to shine.
This national pitch competition invites K-12 students to submit a simple 30-90 second video sharing an idea that betters their very own school, home, or community.
Students can enter individually or in teams of up to three, and $1 million in prizes will be awarded across the competition! There is a guaranteed winner from every state.
Submissions are due February 27, 2026
TRY THIS
WV Upcoming Opportunities for WV Youth
2026 TRY THIS YOUTH SUMMIT
This year’s two‑day event—June 5–6 at WV Wesleyan College—celebrates West Virginia Heritage with hands‑on activities, inspiring workshops, outdoor fun, and plenty of chances to connect. Free to attend!
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Geared for ages 13-22, but open to anyone At WV Wesleyan College in Buckhannon
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Free to attend, including all meals and overnight lodging in the dorms
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A place to be yourself - all are welcome
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Learn, grow connections, and get inspired - all while celebrating the heritagE of West Virginia
YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD
The Try This Youth Advisory Board is recruiting new members!
The Try This Youth Advisory Board (YAB) advises on all of Try This’s youth-centered work, from scoring youth mini‑grants to selecting the Youth Summit theme. Members also shape their own growth—this year exploring true self‑care, mutual aid, entrepreneurship, budgeting, and more.
Youth ages 13–22 who live in West Virginia are eligible to apply. The board currently has 10 members, meets twice monthly in the evenings, and offers $15 per meeting for members in good standing.
Applications are due March 30 at 5pm. Offers will be made in April, with new members starting in May. All new members must be available for the free YAB orientation trip in Buckhannon, June 1–4—scheduled ahead of the annual Try This Youth Summit.
YOUTH LEADERSHIP MINI-GRANTS
State-Funded Mental Health and Wellness Coaching
Families statewide have access to state-funded mental health and wellness coaching, thanks to a partnership with the West Virginia Department of Education and the Cook Center for Human Connection.
Research show that by increasing parenting knowldge and skills, children are more likely to be resilience and thrive. Parents can sign up for FREE PARENT COACHING. Click HERE to learn more.
This hub provides families and youth-serving adults with tools to share, promote, and access these services.
If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
