Mission

We are Kentucky’s independent voice for kids

Vision

Making Kentucky the best place in America to be a kid

As the lobbyist for kids, we work with legislators, the governor, and other elected officials to change and enact policies to benefit kids and families
Help families through our case advocacy program. We serve as their guide when they don’t know where to turn
Conduct research and education that informs and recommends solutions to help kids succeed
Mobilize advocates to take action on behalf of kids and families through rallies, advocacy training, partnerships, and action alerts
Present the “state of kids” to communities to help people know how children are faring and how to address problems
Engage youth by training the next generation of leaders to advocate for themselves and their communities

Fact Sheet

Kentucky Youth Advocates Overview

Sponsorship Opportunities

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Fact Sheet

Kentucky Youth Advocates Overview

Sponsorship Opportunities

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Donate

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MEET THE TEAM

Andrew Alvey, Policy & Advocacy Analyst

Lauren Bowling, Data & Research Analyst

Terry Brooks, Executive Director, x113

Karena Cash, Data & Research Director

Paul Colwell, Senior Data Analyst, x129

Kelsey Dimar, Chief Process Officer, x110

Cortney Downs, Senior Strategic Initiatives Director, x130

Hannah Edelen, Policy & Advocacy Director

Jami Garth, External Affairs Associate

Tara Grieshop-Goodwin, Chief Impact Officer, x118

Hannah McCarty, Policy & Advocacy Analyst

Megan Miller, Staff Accountant

Clarissa Mobley, External Affairs Associate

Shannon Moody, Chief Policy & Strategy Officer, x126

Amy Muth, Chief Financial Officer, x119

Mara Powell, Chief External Affairs Officer, x122

Sassa Rivera-Smith, External Affairs Associate

Zak Roussel, Operations & Technology Director, x116

Linda Stettenbenz, Community Impact Manager

Patricia Tennen, Senior Community Impact Director, x120

Nikki Thornton, Community Engagement Director, x131

Sarah Vanover, Policy & Advocacy Director

Alicia Whatley, Senior Policy & Advocacy Director, x137

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Amanda Abner, Intern

Claire Elmore, Intern

Tori Henderson, Intern

Kelsey Raymer, Intern

Allen County

Tom Emberton

Daviess County

Rosemary Conder

Keith Sanders, Emeritus

Fayette County

Bill Stewart, Emeritus

Franklin County

Dr. Darlene M. Davis Goodwine

Gallatin County

Dr. Dorothy Perkins

Jefferson County

Charlie Baker, Emeritus

Karina Barillas

Dr. Aimee Green-Webb

Andy Parker, Board Chair

Nancy Peterson, Emeritus

Lynn Rippy

Marita Willis, Emeritus

Jessamine County

Dr. Scottie Day

Kenton County

Shane Noem

Letcher County

Angie Hatton

Madison County

Angie Boggs

Oldham County

Dr. Gregg T. Cobb, Treasurer

Russell County

Dale Brown

Union County

Dr. Laura Hancock Jones

JOIN THE TEAM

Practicum/Internship Opportunities

Kentucky Youth Advocates offers practicum/internship opportunities to graduate and undergraduate students to complete hours toward their degree. View a practicum/internship description. If you are interested in a practicum/internship opportunity with KYA, please complete this form, at least 6 weeks in advance of your target start date. Contact Patricia Tennen at ptennen@kyyouth.org with questions.

IMPACT REPORTS

2024-2025 Impact Report

Past Reports

2023-2024 Impact Report

2022-2023 Impact Report

2021-2022 Impact Report

2020-2021 Impact Report

2020 Progress Report

FY 2018-2019 Impact Report

FY 2017-2018 Impact Report

FY 2016-2017 Impact Report

FY 2015-2016 Impact Report

FY 2014-2015 Impact Report

FY 2012-2013 Impact Report