Douglas County Youth Initiative

10/20/2026

10/09/2026

Thank you to all the students and community leaders who participated in this year’s Douglas County Youth Congress!

Students came together to share their perspectives, discuss issues affecting their community and explore how they can help shape Douglas County’s future.

The event also marked Commissioner Abe Laydon’s final Youth Congress. We’re grateful for his commitment to encouraging youth involvement and ensuring young people have opportunities to be heard.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the day a success!

09/30/2026

How can you support a young person’s mental well-being?

Join us tonight, Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 6-7:30 p.m., for a Live Town Hall Discussion to learn how to recognize warning signs, start important conversations and connect youth with help.

There are options to participate online, by phone or in person: https://www.douglasco.gov/board-county-commissioners/meetings/live-town-halls/

09/29/2026

Would you recognize the warning signs if a young person in your life was struggling with their mental well-being? Would you know what to do next?

Join Douglas County for “Courageous Conversations: Well-being of Our Youth,” a Live Town Hall from 6 to 7:30 p.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 30.

Local experts will share practical guidance to help parents, caregivers, educators, coaches and other trusted adults:

• Recognize concerning changes in behavior
• Start important conversations about mental health and su***de
• Prepare for a mental health emergency
• Create a family crisis plan
• Connect young people with help

Participate online, by phone or in person at 100 Third St. in Castle Rock.

Learn more and find participation details: https://www.douglasco.gov/how-can-you-support-a-young-persons-well-being-learn-about-the-challenges-facing-our-youth-and-what-you-can-do-during-a-live-town-hall-at-6-p-m-on-wednesday-sept-30/

09/25/2026

Oct. 5 Update: Registration is now closed.

09/09/2026

Do you know a Douglas County high schooler (grades 9-12) who is eager to be a generational leader and have a positive impact? Local teenagers are invited to have a voice in helping provide their thoughts, ideas and solutions to modern problems to Douglas County Elected Officials and community leaders.

📅 Registration is open now for Youth Congress, to be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Colorado State Capitol. Transportation is available for participating students.

Visit our webpage for details on attending: https://www.douglasco.gov/give-your-teenager-a-voice-in-solving-problems-in-our-community/

08/26/2026

05/06/2026

Your voice matters when it comes to ni****ne, va**ng, and to***co use—whether you’ve experienced it personally or want to support a healthier community.

Take our quick, 15-question survey (it only takes 3–4 minutes!) and help guide future health initiatives. The survey is open to all ages and available in multiple languages.

🗓️ Deadline: May 31

👉 Take the survey today and share it with friends, family, and neighbors!
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Yk4g0x9djUKQruyV50wYr-ZOgGDRdFBEms32lNHiL7NUQjBMS09RSExXRzZBUk80RzlKM1RaR1VIUyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl