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First New York State Youth Caregiver Symposium

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Caregivers Outreach: Youth Empowerment (COYE) is proud to host the First New York State Youth Caregiver Symposium, bringing together professionals, educators, healthcare providers, social service agencies, community organizations, policymakers, students, and advocates to raise awareness about youth caregivers and build stronger systems of support. 

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Youth caregivers are young people who provide care or support to a parent, grandparent, sibling, or loved one impacted by illness, disability, aging, mental health challenges, substance use, or other complex needs. Many youth caregivers remain hidden and unsupported, often balancing school, work, family responsibilities, and their own personal development. This symposium is designed to start a statewide conversation and move from awareness to action.

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Event Details

Date: October 14, 2026 

Time: 10:00 AM 

Location: Lehman College 

Hosted By: Caregivers  Outreach: Youth 

Empowerment (COYE)

Recognizing, Supporting, and Responding to Youth Caregivers

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Symposium Purpose

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The First New York State Youth Caregiver Symposium will explore the needs, experiences, and strengths of youth caregivers while identifying practical ways schools, healthcare systems, social service providers, and community organizations can better recognize and support them.

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This event will highlight youth caregiver awareness, identification, education, research, advocacy, and cross-sector collaboration.

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This symposium is designed for:

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  • Educators and school administrators 

  • Social workers and counselors 

  • Healthcare professionals 

  • Community-based organizations 

  • Youth development programs 

  •  Caregiver support professionals 

  •  College students and faculty 

  •  Policymakers and advocates 

  •  Families and caregivers

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The symposium will focus on:

  • Understanding who youth caregivers are

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  • Identifying youth caregivers in schools and communities

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  • The emotional, academic, social, and health impact of caregiving

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  • Supporting youth caregivers without stigma

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  • Building referral pathways and community partnerships

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  • Youth caregiver research and data collection

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  • Policy, advocacy, and statewide awareness

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Why This Matters

Youth caregivers are often responsible, compassionate, and deeply committed to their families, but many carry responsibilities far beyond their years without formal recognition or support.

By bringing professionals and community leaders together, this symposium will help create a shared understanding of youth caregiving and promote coordinated solutions across New York State.

Become a Sponsor

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Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations and businesses that want to support youth caregivers and help advance awareness, education, and statewide collaboration.

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Become a Vendor or Community Partner

Community vendors and resource partners are invited to participate and share information, services, and resources with attendees.

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Join the NYS Youth Caregiver Coalition

The New York State Youth Caregiver Coalition brings together schools, healthcare providers, social service agencies, community organizations, researchers, advocates, and policymakers committed to identifying and supporting youth caregivers.

Because Young Caregivers Should Not Care Alone

Together, we can ensure that young caregivers do not navigate their responsibilities alone and that their futures are filled with opportunity, not sacrifice.

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For registration, sponsorship, vendor opportunities, or partnership information, please contact:

Caregivers Outreach:
Youth Empowerment (COYE)


Phone:

(718) 379-3159

Email:

contact@coyeny.org

Website

www.coyeny.org

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