Runaway and Homeless Youth National Grantee Training
The Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) National Grantee Training is an annual event featuring training opportunities, networking, and workshops for RHY grantees and members of the youth services field including youth and young adults. These training opportunities are intentionally diverse and cut across all Family and Youth Services Bureau's (FYSB) RHY grant programs: Basic Center Program (BCP), Street Outreach Program (SOP), Transitional Living Program (TLP), and Maternity Group Home (MGH). They respond to different experience levels (new, experienced, and advanced), and they cover the "Four Core" outcome areas (education and employment, safe and stable housing, social and emotional well-being, and permanent connections). The annual National Training is truly a testament to the breadth and depth of RHY work being performed by FYSB grantees.
2026 RHY National Grantee Training
RHYTTAC is now inviting workshop abstracts for the 2026 RHY National Grantee Training. This year’s theme is “Building Lasting Connections for RHY: Strengthening Youth, Families, and Communities.” Our focus is on how supporting young people in developing positive ongoing connections with their families and communities is foundational to achieving the RHY Program's Core Outcomes. These strong relationships support youth's social/emotional well-being, advancements in their educational and employment pursuits, and safe and stable housing options.
Workshop proposals should highlight promising practices in supporting permanent connections from local communities, national partners, and federal agencies.
Please submit your workshop abstract by Friday, August 7, 2026. You may send any questions you have to [email protected].
As a presenter, you will receive:
- Complimentary registration to the RHY National Grantee Training to present, network, and engage in the full session schedule.
- Support in developing a high-quality and engaging 90-minute presentation, including a detailed outline of the timeline and process.
- Personalized evaluation summary for your session (available by March 2027).
- Listing in event communications to attendees, including in the event app.
As a presenter, you will be expected to:
- After proposal selection, agree to attend one of the pre-scheduled info sessions with the RHYTTAC team. At this session, RHYTTAC will share presentation best practices, engagement tips, accessibility requirements, and the slide deck template.
- Track and submit the time for your proposal creation and workshop development.
- Arrange and cover the costs for your own travel and hotel lodging, if applicable.
Note: All submissions, regardless of final selection for a workshop at the 2026 RHY National Grantee Training, may be invited to present in additional RHYTTAC training and technical assistance (TTA) events, including webinars, TA Cafes, or recordings for RHYTTAC eLearning modules.
Abstract Submission
- Submit your abstract HERE.
- Once completed, a confirmation notice will be sent. If a confirmation notice is not received, this means the form has not been processed. Please contact Shandra Arfa (RHYTTAC) at [email protected].
- Completed form must be received no later than Friday, August 7, 2026.
- If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact [email protected].
For over 50 years, participants have had the opportunity to connect with federal staff, network with other grantees, and learn new and innovative strategies for sustainably integrating and implementing RHY programming into communities. Additionally, participants have the opportunity to learn more about effective strategies being implemented by grantees across the country through sessions and workshops. This event has provided a significant opportunity for individuals to come together to share knowledge, experiences, and creativity in order to pursue the common goal of providing effective services to young people experiencing runaway and homeless situations.
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