b'that a Youth Ambassador goal was workingtogether to create what we really wanted tosee," and to ensure that the accurate andreal voice of youth was expressed regardingthe juvenile justice system. Shace Duncan agreed; in working towardsthat goal, Shace shared, youth sharing theiradvocacy taught me I wasnt alone. Going tothe conference and seeing adults and Eldersvalue what I was saying showed me that myvoice does matter and people are willing tolisten to me.The Youth Ambassadors expressed that, post-Conference, creating further opportunities fortraining around trauma-informed care,climate representation and linkages tochanges in wellbeing and youth becomingjustice-involved, as well as state and federalsupport of tribal nations is needed. Each ofthe Youth Ambassadors expressed excitementfor the next Tribal Youth Conference andhope for increased youth participation andcultural engagement.Until we meet again at the 2024 OJJDP TribalYouth National Conference, we leave youwith the wise encouraging words of our YouthAmbassador Mentor, Katlin Martinez: Everyday is a new day to start fresh.Click to learn more about ourincredible Youth Ambassadors!8'