Our Mission
Our mission is to strengthen youth and families through evidence-based programs that prevent substance abuse, promote healthy behaviors, and maximize student success.
Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Social Workers provide specialized mentoring and caring support to students in partnering schools, readily available to assess and address students, family and school needs. Youth First prevention programs give kids the readiness, resiliency, and relationship skills needed to face life’s challenges.
Youth First in
Daviess County
To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Daviess County, contact Janay Sharp, Regional Development Officer.
Find out more about Youth First Social Workers available in Daviess County
The Importance of Setting Healthy Boundaries with Your Child
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Jenna Pauli, MSW, LCSW – April 15, 2026 – Healthy parent – child relationships tend to thrive when clear boundaries are established. Boundaries act as guidelines, helping children understand what behaviors and communication are appropriate and expected within the family. These limits help children navigate big emotions, understand expectations, and develop self-discipline and respect. […]
Teenage Attitude – What’s Under the Surface?
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Chasidy Lambert, MSW, LSW – April 8, 2026 – Adolescence is a time often marked by mood swings, intense emotions, and confusion. Stress, anxiety, and even depression can feel like constant companions. Anyone who has lived with, taught, or even briefly interacted with a teenager knows that something powerful is happening beneath the surface, […]
The Importance of a Healthy Parent/Child Relationship
All Posts, CountiesBy Amber Nunaley, MSW, LCSW – April 2, 2026 – Raising a child is no small task, and it often requires the support of a “village.” While many people view parenting as simply providing shelter, clothing, food, and toys, it goes far beyond meeting basic needs. In the busyness of making sure those necessities are […]