Arlington Youth Coalition
The Arlington Coalition for Healthy and Resilient Youth, also known as Arlington Youth Coalition, is a collaboration of local organizations, schools, and community members.
Together, they work to prevent youth substance misuse and support healthier, more resilient young people in Arlington.
About the Arlington Youth Coalition
Our Vision
Our vision is a community where our youth are healthy, resilient, and informed of the impacts of substance abuse.
Our Mission
Our mission is to work collaboratively on youth substance misuse prevention and intervention by taking these steps:
- Enhancing the current work of member organizations
- Identifying and filling the gaps
- Expanding our reach to all community members
Why was the Coalition created?
The Youth Coalition was formed in 2024 in response to increasing concerns about youth substance misuse in the Arlington community. The Youth Coalition includes community service representatives, youth-focused organizations, parents, and other caring adults.
Stilly Valley Health Connections funds and supports it as a community service.
How can I support the Coalition?
Individuals and organizations who want to support substance misuse prevention efforts are encouraged to get involved. Participation is open to anyone who wants to help strengthen youth well-being in Arlington.
What does the Coalition do?
Since its formation, the Youth Coalition has expanded to include middle and high school students, additional community partners, and other engaged residents. The group meets regularly and has established shared focus areas:
- Youth Empowerment
- Support Systems
- Education for All
These priorities guide ongoing efforts to strengthen protective factors, reduce risks, and create a supportive environment for Arlington youth.
Arlington Youth Coalition Partner Organizations
Arlington Boys and Girls Club
Arlington Community Resource Center
Arlington Library | Sno-Isle Libraries
Arlington Police Department
Arlington Public Schools
City of Arlington
Snohomish County Health Department
Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians
Stilly Valley Health Connections
Arlington Youth Coalition Areas of Focus
Our mission, vision, and three focus areas guide our work.
Youth Empowerment
We empower youth to have a voice in substance use prevention and intervention.
- Offer youth-inspired and youth-led messaging.
Support Systems
We provide support to reduce youth substance use.
- Fund a school-based prevention/intervention specialist to work with students and create a student recovery group.
Education for All
We provide information and resources about the harmful effects of substance use in our community and prevention tips to mitigate misuse.
- Go to where people are to share and gather information from community members.
Arlington Youth Coalition Resources
Resources For Parents
Resources For Community Members
Resources for Youth
Resources for Parents
These resources offer parents and caregivers information, tools, and guidance to support youth health, safety, and substance misuse prevention.
Resources for Community Members
These links provide helpful information for community members looking to strengthen communication, build healthy connections, and support the well-being of Arlington youth.
