Lived Experience & Recovery Network (LERN) FREE Youth Peer Support Training Program, of Brief Introduction to Peer Support Training. For ages of 12 - 18, that reside in the Nipissing District.
NEXT training dates: VIRTUALLY: Jan. 31st, Feb. 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th and Mar. 6th from 4:30pm - 7:30pm on Zoom! *It is mandatory to attend ALL training dates.
On Tuesday, December 12, 4:00pm – 8:00pm, outside of No Frills on Lakeshore Dr., LERN will be hosting an information session as we chat about our upcoming FREE Youth Peer Support Training Program! This will be an opportunity where folks can ask questions, receive further info & meet the trainers! Unable to attend? No problem, contact us and we can arrange a time to connect!
Stay tuned as we will have 2024 in-person spring/summer and fall training opportunities!
For further detailed info, benefits of youth taking this training, and training modules, please visit our website (http://livedexperience.org/youth-peer-support-training-program/)
LERN is grateful for this Grow Grant Project we have been gifted from Ontario Trillium Foundation to provide this free training for youth (ages 12 – 18), as well as the opportunity to partner with the Centre for Innovation in Peer Support.
This training program will empower youth to take on leadership roles to by learning an insight into the skills and tools of a youth Peer Support Ambassador within their peer communities, helping themselves and others in their own recovery & wellness. This project will create meaningful engagement for youth within the community.
Those who are current high school students, will be able to receive 10 hours towards high school volunteer hours upon completion of this training.
If you have any questions, and/or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Lived Experience & Recovery Network (LERN) www.livedexperience.org
Email: e.russell@livedexperience.org
Cell:249-591-1467