What We Do
NOYS is a collaborative network of over 65 national organizations, federal agencies and business and industry leaders that serve youth and focus on youth safety and health. NOYS was created in 1994 as a coalition of national nonprofit organizations and federal agencies to promote collaboration of youth member and youth serving organizations and agencies. Through this network, NOYS influences more than 80 million young people, ages 5 to 24 and adult advisors.
Vision of NOYS: Our vision is to be the premier national youth health and safety coalition.
Mission of NOYS: Our mission is to promote youth empowerment and leadership and build partnerships that will save lives, prevent injuries, and promote safe and healthy lifestyles among all youth.
NOYS members have participated in numerous collaborative efforts and activities to address critical health and safety issues. Some of these include:
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Replicable cross age mentoring programs from member organizations. Examples include increasing helmet use, zero tolerance for underage drinking and driving, car seat safety checks, bullying prevention, internet safety, and safety belt use.
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National events that focus on issues such as violence prevention, safe and sober New Year’s Eve activities, and campus/community speak outs.
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Mechanisms for federal agencies and non-government health and safety organizations to promote their health and safety initiatives and resources.
Examples are:
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HBO/RADD documentary,
SMASHED, Toxic Tales of Teens and Alcohol video and leaders’ guide
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Stop Bullying Now! Campaign
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STOP the Violence
- Over the Limit Under Arrest
- Safe Spring Break
- Safe Tribal Communities
- Buckle Up or Eat Glass
- Click it or Ticket
- Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL)
- Zero Tolerance Laws
NOYS Programs Include:
There is no other coalition like NOYS . It is the longest operating coalition of youth-led and youth-serving organizations in America. NOYS youth leaders take their training, experiences, and energy back to their respective organizations to mobilize their peers to impact their schools and communities.
The diversity of NOYS membership organizations ensures that programs and events reach a range of youth populations that vary by race, income, gender, ability, and geographic locations. NOYS draws its membership from the full spectrum of national youth organizations in the U.S. that share the NOYS commitment to youth health and safety.