HOPE (Delaware's Youth Advisory Council) - DSCYF

“If you’re having fun, that’s when the best memories are built.”
Simone Biles

What is HOPE?

HOPE, Delaware’s Youth Advisory Council, is made up of current and former foster care youth. HOPE, which stands for Helping Our Peers Evolve, provides a safe and respectful forum for youth to share ideas, opinions, concerns and develop leadership skills by planning and facilitating activities that enhance the foster care system, independent living program and community.

Youth in Action

HOPE – Council Events

Check with your Independent Living worker on how to register for upcoming events!

October 19, 2022 in Kent County
November 16, 2022 in Kent County
December 21, 2022 Holiday Party in Kent County
January 18, 2023 Annual Planning Meeting in New Castle County
February 15, 2023 location TBD
March 15, 2023 in Sussex County
April 19, 2023 in New Castle County
May 17, 2023 in New Castle County
June 21, 2023 in New Castle County

Resources

HOPE – Youth Advisory Council Brochure
HOPE Bylaws
Youth Rights – Click to Learn More
How can I help a friend who is having a hard time? Click to learn more from NAMI
Struggling with mental health? Text DE to 741-741
Call the 24/7 crisis hotline if you need support: 1-800-969-HELP (4357)
Suicide prevention resources from The Trevor Project – click to learn more
Planned Parenthood of Delaware
24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline New Castle County: 302-762-6110
24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline Kent and Sussex Counties: 302-422-8058
24/7 ABRIENDO PUERTAS: 302-745-9874
Healthy Relationships – Love is Respect

Source: TeensHealth from Nemours

Understanding credit – what you need to know

Educational and Training Vouchers: ETV provides financial assistance for eligible youth to pursue a post-secondary education or training program
Foster Care Tuition Waiver Program
Search for internships!
Scholarships for youth who have experienced foster care
Search for other scholarship opportunities
Job application tips – read more

#Throwback – Destined For Greatness 2021

The Destined for Greatness Event celebrated the accomplishments of youth.

HOPE (Delaware’s Youth Advisory Council)

What is HOPE?

Youth in Action

HOPE – Council Events

Resources

#Throwback – Destined For Greatness 2021

Report Child Abuse & Neglect

Child Crisis Hotline

Report Child Abuse & Neglect

Child Crisis Hotline

DIVISIONS

Delaware's Government

Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families

What is HOPE?

Youth in Action

HOPE – Council Events

Resources

#Throwback – Destined For Greatness 2021