The heart of our work?
A team committed to youth success.
Our Work
Western Youth Network (WYN) is working to eliminate Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their consequences by intervening in the root causes of trauma and advocating for trauma-informed policies and practices in North Carolina’s Appalachia region. WYN currently manages five initiatives to realize its vision of a trauma-free community: mentoring, after school, summer camp, high school success and substance abuse prevention.
Our Work in Numbers
700+
students served in the High Country
86%
of our youth qualify for free or
reduced lunch
70%
come from single parent, foster, kinship placement,
or adoptive homes
10,356 hours
of academic tutoring in afterschool program
Link to: Mentoring
MENTORING
Connecting youth to positive role models and support systems through an evidence-based mentoring model
Link to: Afterschool
AFTERSCHOOL
Empowering youth by providing a safe and supportive space for them to learn and grow in the critical after school hours
Link to: Summer Camp
SUMMER CAMP
Providing a 6-week adventure camp to challenge middle school youth in a supportive and collaborative environment
Link to: Community Health
COMMUNITY HEALTH
Building a healthier and more resilient community through public health projects and policy advocacy
Program Service Areas
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Mentoring
After School
Summer Camp
High School Success
Community Health
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Mentoring
Community Health
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After School
Community Health
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Community Health
After School coming soon!
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Community Health
134 Doctors Drive, Boone, NC 28607
(Watauga Office)
(828) 264-5174
(828) 264-0838
info@westernyouthnetwork.org
Avery County Programs: (828) 783-9181
Connect
At WYN, we value what makes you unique, in fact, we celebrate it. We believe that when people feel respected, it provides space for them to thrive. Inclusion and acceptance fosters a safe environment for everyone. WYN is committed to providing a safe space for all, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and experience. Together, we explore diverse perspectives to propel our initiatives forward and transform the High Country community. Everyone is welcome here, authentically and holistically.