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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!
Thursday April 30, 2026 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Working with youth rarely goes according to plan. You envision an activity expecting 20 kids, but 50 show up instead. You reserve the gym, but at the last minute end up relegated to a classroom. Your co-worker can't make it in today and they have all the materials you needed in their car. If this is sounding familiar, join us for a fun and interactive session where we will practice the pivot: modifying your plans to meet the moment, whatever it may be. Through play, reflection, discussion, scenarios, and more, we'll build the capacity and confidence necessary to stay effective when things don't go as planned. 
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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Daniel Speciale

Regional Partnerships Manager, Playworks
Daniel Speciale has been recognized as a top presenter at the NYSNYS Conference for the past several years, delivering engaging sessions with an energy and enthusiasm powered by play. He facilitates with clarity and purpose informed by 15+ years in education, recreation, and human... Read More →
Thursday April 30, 2026 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Chambers Chambers

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