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Youth Rising-Up Initiative

Empowering Youth, Ending Exploitation, Healing Communities

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📅 Join Us at Broomfield Days!

 

Join Youth Rising-Up Initiative at Broomfield Days on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Midway Park (1270 W. Midway Blvd, Broomfield). It's one of the biggest community celebrations of the year, and we're excited to be part of it.

🎯 Stop by our booth to learn how Say Y.E.S., our workshop curriculum, gives young people ages 10-18 the skills and confidence to lead and protect themselves and each other.

🃏 Dilemma cards that open up real conversations between parents and kids about tough situations young people face

🤝 A pledge wall where you can add your name and commit to youth and community safety

Come say hello and grab some information. We'd love to meet you there.

#BroomfieldDays #HumanTraffickingPrevention #YouthRising-UpInitiative # YouthEmpowerment

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Who We Are

Youth Rising-Up Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Colorado dedicated to empowering youth with the tools and knowledge to combat exploitation and human trafficking. Through our innovative, "Say Y.E.S." (Youth Empowerment Strategies) program, we harness the power of creative arts and experiential learning to foster resilience, critical thinking, and self-awareness among young people. 

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What We Offer

Our comprehensive approach empowers youth by equipping them with essential tools for self-protection, validated coping strategies and healthy relationships. Through evidence-based education and community engagement, we move towards the future where youth can thrive in safety and dignity, free from the threat of exploitation.

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Are You Well-Informed
About Human Trafficking?

Take our quiz and find out. 

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