Social Advocates For Youth

Staff Spotlight: Jordan Goldstein

Jordan Goldstein is a natural storyteller. She easily weaves together anecdotes from personal experiences with thoughtful observations, and is quick to form connections between people, programs, and resources. Her natural candor draws people close and is a huge asset to her role as Program Coordinator for SAY’s Housing Department. “Jordan works...

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Human Trafficking Prevention Month

January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. For organizations like SAY, this is a poignant time to highlight the expansive reach of this growing criminal enterprise and to advocate for more resources for survivors. Current data continues to show an increase in trafficking cases across the country. In California,...

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Staff Spotlight: Garrett Crane

“The biggest aspect of this role is providing compassion, empathy, and support,” says Garrett Crane, Lead Youth Advocate for SAY’s Housing Services team. “While it can be emotional and difficult, it is the most rewarding work experience I have ever had.” Garrett joined SAY almost two years ago, originally starting as...

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Family Cottage Turns Two!

  In April of 2020, SAY opened the doors to our Family Cottage: a housing opportunity for young adults ages 18-21 who are experiencing homelessness or unstably housed while also pregnant and/or parenting a young child. The Family Cottage offers supportive services tailored for youth who are interested in strengthening their parenting...

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Opening our Short-Term Shelter

  “The day we opened the shelter was the day I didn’t have to turn away a youth.” -Lisa Fatu, Director of Youth Crisis Services Today we celebrate the sixth anniversary of our Short-Term Emergency Shelter, which opened on April 11th, 2016. This shelter is the only dedicated ‘transitional aged youth’ (TAY)...

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