Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative

Congratulations to @ThisIsNashville for receiving a national award from the @PMJATweets for the For Nashville's Future mayoral forum. Thank you for helping us elevate the voices of Nashville's youth during last year's mayoral forum. We are grateful for your coverage and impact.

In a collaborative effort with @zulfat4council, we celebrated the inaugural Youth in Local Government Day on April 2. Students presented critical issues affecting their communities to Metro Council. Learn more about our efforts for children and youth at fornashvillesfuture.org.

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Community spaces can provide a safe environment for children and youth, supporting their development and helping them thrive. Download our latest infographic to learn more about the significance of accessible and engaging community spaces at fornashvillesfuture.org/tools-and-reso….

@BIMNash @AlignNashville @BigBroBigSisMT @CISTennessee @conexion_tn @FCSNashville @MarthaOBryanCtr @NashvillePEF @oasisnashville @RaphahInstitute @2HarvestMidTN @starsnash @PersistNash @civicdesignctr @NashTeacherRes @BeWellinSchool @divlearnerscoop @FamilyCenterTN

We released an infographic that explores the significance of accessible and engaging community spaces needed to help children and youth thrive. Download our latest infographic on safe and community spaces in Nashville at fornashvillesfuture.org/tools-and-reso….

@BIMNash @AlignNashville @BigBroBigSisMT @CISTennessee @conexion_tn @FCSNashville @MarthaOBryanCtr @NashvillePEF @oasisnashville @RaphahInstitute @2HarvestMidTN @starsnash @PersistNash @civicdesignctr @NashTeacherRes @BeWellinSchool @divlearnerscoop @FamilyCenterTN

With an average cost of $180 for a counseling session in Nashville and an increase in the number of young people seeking mental health supports, many of the mental health needs of our young people are simply not being met. Learn more at fornashvillesfuture.org/tools-and-reso….

@BIMNash @AlignNashville @BigBroBigSisMT @CISTennessee @conexion_tn @FCSNashville @MarthaOBryanCtr @NashvillePEF @oasisnashville @RaphahInstitute @2HarvestMidTN @starsnash @PersistNash @civicdesignctr @NashTeacherRes @BeWellinSchool @divlearnerscoop @FamilyCenterTN

A 2023 survey of Nashville youth found that access to high-quality and affordable mental health supports was the number one concern for respondents. Learn more about the mental health challenges facing Nashville’s children and youth at fornashvillesfuture.org/wp-content/upl….

@BIMNash @AlignNashville @BigBroBigSisMT @CISTennessee @conexion_tn @FCSNashville @MarthaOBryanCtr @NashvillePEF @oasisnashville @RaphahInstitute @2HarvestMidTN @starsnash @PersistNash @civicdesignctr @NashTeacherRes @BeWellinSchool @divlearnerscoop @FamilyCenterTN

Nearly 45k children are under 5 in Nashville, and many lack access to childcare. Lack of accessible childcare can impact the health of children and youth development. Learn more about the barriers to high-quality childcare at fornashvillesfuture.org/tools-and-reso…, now accessible in Spanish.

@BIMNash @AlignNashville @BigBroBigSisMT @CISTennessee @conexion_tn @FCSNashville @MarthaOBryanCtr @NashvillePEF @oasisnashville @RaphahInstitute @2HarvestMidTN @starsnash @PersistNash @civicdesignctr @NashTeacherRes @BeWellinSchool @divlearnerscoop @FamilyCenterTN

Childcare deserts, increasing costs, significant range in quality and staffing struggles pose significant challenges and barriers to accessing high-quality childcare for families. Download our new infographic to learn more at fornashvillesfuture.org/tools-and-reso….

Make your voice heard - the future of our city relies on you! Head to the polls to cast your vote #ForNashvillesFuture and ensure Nashville’s next mayor prioritizes the needs of children and youth. To learn when and where to cast your ballot, visit nashville.gov/departments/el….

#Nashville voters - today is the last day for early voting! Make sure to head to the polls soon to cast your early vote for Nashville’s children and youth. #ForNashvillesFuture Visit nashville.gov/departments/el… for more.

We want to thank Analese Lytle, summer intern at @PersistNash and student at @WKU, for writing, producing, and editing this video! Click below to hear from Nashville's students on their vision for Nashville's future.

Attention Nashville voters! There is only one week left to early vote for Nashville’s children and youth. Head to your nearest polling station today! Early voting ends Sept 9. #ForNashvillesFuture To learn more about voting in the runoff election, visit nashville.gov/departments/el….

@BIMNash @AlignNashville @BigBroBigSisMT @CISTennessee @conexion_tn @FCSNashville @MarthaOBryanCtr @NashvillePEF @oasisnashville @RaphahInstitute @2HarvestMidTN @starsnash @PersistNash @civicdesignctr @TeachForAmerica @FamilyCenterTN

Building a city that supports the needs of our children and youth is a collective responsibility. The NCYC interviewed the city’s youth to learn more about their vision and priorities for the future of Nashville. Watch the full video at fornashvillesfuture.org.