Program Updates Media Ambassadors Project LIFE is seeking applications from youth all over Virginia from youth interested in being a media ambassador. This opportunity will engage youth in future content projects created by the Project LIFE team. Selected youth will work closely with our Youth Development Coordinator to create social media content appealing to young…
Program Updates Currently Hiring for Project LIFE Vacancy We are currently hiring to fill the position of Independent Living Consultant in the Piedmont Region. This position works out of the UMFS regional center in Lynchburg, VA. We’re looking for someone with knowledge of Virginia’s Independent Living Program, Education and Training Vouchers Program, National Youth in Transition…
Project LIFE is seeking applications from youth 14-23 all over Virginia from youth interested in being a Media Ambassador! This opportunity will engage youth in future content projects created by the Project LIFE team. Selected youth will work closely with our Youth Development Coordinator to create social media content appealing to young people in the…
Program Updates Staff Transition The Project LIFE team has some staff news to share. Jamesia Harrison, Piedmont Region IL Consultant with Project LIFE, has accepted an opportunity as the Director of Marketing and Communication in Atlanta, Georgia. Her last day on the Project LIFE team was Friday June 24, 2022.Jamesia began her career at UMFS…
Program Updates Spring Conference The 2022 Spring hybrid conference was a HUGE success. You can read more about it and see released photos by clicking the link below. If you missed this one, no worries! We host statewide youth conferences twice a year. The next one will be in the fall; stay tuned to our…
The 2022 Spring hybrid conference was a HUGE success. April 29-30, we had 30 youth join us in person, and more joined virtually for three sessions on Saturday morning. The team worked hard to make sure that everything was ready! Youth participated in IL skills sessions with engaging facilitators learning the how-tos for IL skills….
Program Updates Conference Wrap up The 2022 Spring hybrid conference was a HUGE success. This past weekend, we had over 30 youth join us in person, and more joined virtually for three sessions on Saturday morning. Youth participated in IL skills sessions with engaging facilitators learning the how-tos for home repairs, car maintenance, Youth-Adult partnerships,…
Project LIFE partnered with the MMA Institute in Richmond to offer a self defense lesson to youth. Let me tell you, that was more than a typical lesson in which an instructor say “If your attacker grabs you from behind…” The instructor Chelsea showed the youth some real UFC fight moves! All attendees learned the…
Statewide Youth Conference Statewide Youth Hybrid Conference Dates: April 29-30, 2022 Richmond, VA – application window closedor attend virtually through Zoom – registration closes 4/22Planning for our hybrid conference this spring is deep in progress. Our in-person application window closed on March 25. Thank you to all who applied! To provide a safe in-person experience,…
Program Updates Week of LIFE Events Recap The Week of LIFE {Love Is For Everyone} was a huge success! Project Life hosted 4 sessions over February 22- February 25. During the week, we provided a variety of content for professionals and youth. Sessions for the week centered on topics such as substance use prevention, human…
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