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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!
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Back Pocket Games!
Thursday April 30, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Chambers
In this training, participants will learn a variety of low- or no-supply games that can be played almost anywhere, lasting from 5 to 45 minutes. We’ll explore creative indoor and outdoor spaces for gameplay, and each participant will build a “back pocket” deck of game cards to take back to their program. Please note: this is an active, movement-based session!
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
avatar for Heather Swallow

Heather Swallow

Site Supervisor, Capital District YMCA
Heather is a young professional that's worked with children for over 10 years. She is currently in her fourth year of afterschool programming with the Capital District YMCA and is advising for the School Age Childcare Credential for her second year. Her degree in Environmental Science... Read More →
avatar for Dallas Garven

Dallas Garven

Childcare Director, Capital District YMCA
Dallas Garven is the School-Age Childcare Director at the Capital District YMCA and has been part of the YMCA since 2004. With over 15 years of experience in school-age programming, she is dedicated to developing staff, strengthening programs, and supporting youth. Dallas is passionate... Read More →
Thursday April 30, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Chambers Chambers
  Session, Physical Activities Track

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