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Welcome to Empower Youth Success 2026!
Get ready for an exciting few days of innovative learning, engagement, networking, and fun. Whether this is your first time or you’re a returning attendee, we’re so glad you’re here to help make this event unforgettable!
Friday May 1, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Peaceful Power: Resilience, Restoration, Coping and Connection for Older Youth” is a dynamic, three-hour workshop designed for program staff working with high school students. Participants will explore hands-on strategies to foster resilience, teach effective coping skills, build social emotional skills, and lead restorative practices that empower youth to resolve conflicts and build strong relationships. The session combines interactive activities, real-world scenarios, and proven techniques to equip staff with tools for cultivating safe, supportive environments where older youth thrive, connect, and grow as confident leaders.
Moderators
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Shania Irby

Eastern Program Specialist, New York State Network for Youth Success
Shania joins Network for Youth Success as a New York State Certified B-6 educator with seven years of teaching experience and many more in varied childcare spaces. She brings two years of experience in varied leadership roles within NAACP Troy Branch, and is currently a board member... Read More →
Presenters
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Lura Lunkenheimer

President and CEO, Peaceful Schools
Dr. Lura is President and CEO of Peaceful Schools, an educational consulting company serving K–12 schools since 1997. She holds an Ed.D. in Executive Leadership from St. John Fisher College and a master’s in Counseling and Psychological Services from SUNY Oswego. Her work centers... Read More →
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Kimberly Luce

Director of Strategic Partnerships, Peaceful Schools
Kim Luce, MS is the Director of Strategic Partnerships for Peaceful Schools.  She has over 25 years of experience in positive youth development, social work and human services administration.  She consistently brings her visionary leadership and commitment to helping our communities... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Governor Ballroom E Governor Ballroom E

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