As a youth-serving organization, one of our greatest joys is watching young people grow into leaders and achieve their goals. Through our Youth Advisory Board (YAB), youth up to the age of 24 who have been program participants at The Bridge use their voice to advise on program policies and practices within the organization. For example, YAB membersContinue Reading
Youth Stories
Youth and Staff Reflect on BIPOC Mental Health
Supporting young people starts with meeting them where they are and providing them with holistic support. At The Bridge for Youth, we’ve seen firsthand how culturally relevant care impacts the young people we work with. In 2025, 81% of youth supported identified as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). As we work to be a safe and welcomingContinue Reading
Nova Reflects on Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month. This month celebrates the achievements of individuals with disabilities, as well as the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act’s passage on July 26th, 1990. Roughly 16% of people in the U.S. have a disability. Despite this, individuals with disabilities are underrepresented and face many barriers in their day-to-day lives. This is especially true for youth with disabilities who experience homelessness. According to the 2025 Minnesota HomelessContinue Reading
