Maine Youth Action Network (MYAN)
The Maine Youth Action Network (MYAN) has been operating for two decades as a support system for youth programming and as a catalyst for youth leadership development. We partner directly with young people, adult advisers, and local organizations to offer a broad spectrum of support to youth from Maine’s diverse communities. MYAN encourages prevention-focused, youth-centric social change through programming and technical assistance for young people and adults.
MYAN is a statewide network of committed adults and passionate young people who believe in the transformative power of youth leadership. These are the factors that help young people lead healthy and successful lives.
Our vision is for communities throughout Maine to foster the healthy development of youth and create a thriving network of engaged leaders. MYAN provides growth opportunities and technical assistance to young people and adults across the state. Our work is rooted in positive youth development and a strengths-based approach. We support young people seeking to improve their communities or drive social change, and adults who want to improve their practice and engage young people in positive new ways.
Find registration links for our Continuing Education Series and Youth Leadership Conference, additional information about youth-focused programming, and contact information for district partners local to you on our website.
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MYAN holds the contract for Domain 3: Youth Engagement through the Maine CDC's Maine Prevention Services initiative.
Resources
Beth Broderick, Program Director
Phone: (207) 874-0060
beth.broderick@opportunityalliance.orgInterested youth and adults can access MYAN resources and register for programming by visiting MYAN’s website.
Reach us via email at myan@opportunityalliance.org. We also invite in-person visits at our office in Portland, located at 50 Lydia Lane, Portland, ME 04106 (though emailing ahead of time is always recommended).