The Portland National Youth Summit, to be held on June 22, 2009, is a one-day gathering of 35 to 40 mental health and systems-experienced youth and young adult leaders. The Summit is being planned and facilitated by a national board of peers, and hosted by the Research and Training Center on Family Support and Children’s Mental Health in Portland, Oregon.

During the Summit, participants will engage with one another to discuss
• common experiences
• gaps in youth-focused services
• priorities and strategies for service and system change, and
• research and resource needs.

During the Summit, participants will work together to outline a Call to Action that reflects the day’s discussions and decisions.

This survey will help us determine which topics will be addressed in the Youth Summit Call to Action. Your participation is voluntary, but greatly appreciated.