We are
Healthy Teen NetworkWe believe every young person has the right to live their authentic sexuality.
That means making decisions about their own body and relationships—and feeling good doing it. Decisions about if, when, and how to parent—or not. And the freedom to become who they want to be.
 And we see you—teachers and educators, counselors and clinicians, caring adults—helping them do this. Every day, providing honest, affirming care and education, and empowering the next generation to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
At Healthy Teen Network, we know you do your best when you’re connected to great opportunities and resources—and with others working in sexual and reproductive health. We know the magic of this network, and it comes from you.
Our Services
We tailor our services to help you…
From elearnings to tip sheets to infographics, we have the resources you want. Training and TA available online and in-person.
Step-by-step, we help you develop and improve quality programs and services to get the outcomes you want.
From apps to bots and so much more, we work with you to design human-centered products and share them with the world.Â
Let’s work together to advance social change, so young people get the education and care they need and deserve.Â
On Our Minds
Our latest news and updates.
Dare to Dream of a New Era
In just two years’ time, the world was made anew. We reinvented the ways we live, the ways we love, the ways we learn, and the ways we work.
As we enter this new time for humanity, let’s come together to make sure the best parts of these new ways are here to stay. Let’s chart new bounds for ourselves and our work. Let’s recommit to the pursuit of a just, more perfect world for everyone, where young people have the freedom to become who they want to be.
At #HealthyTeen22, we’ll cultivate healing—inwardly and outwardly. We’ll reflect on this young decade’s renewed calls for racial justice and remarkable technological growth. And we’ll share how embracing flexibility and ambiguity liberated us to try new things.
We’ll do all this not because this is easy, but because this is our charge. Freed from the can’ts and won’ts of yesterday, we dare to dream of a new era.
Welcome back, friends. And welcome to Miami.
You get maximum exposure to conference attendees when you choose one of our sponsorship levels. And with your support, they get the capacity-building sessions and networking opportunities they need to provide honest, affirming care and education.
You can also boost your brand and grab the spotlight with exhibiting and advertising opportunities.
We said it and we meant it…we dare to dream of a new era, and we want to make sure the best parts of the new ways we’ve been doing things in a COVID-world are here to stay. We have worked hard to find people who have been doing amazing work and we can’t wait to share it with you.
Check out the schedule for featured session descriptions and find out who is going to be speaking at #HealthyTeen22.
Excited yet? We are! Register now for #HealthyTeen22 to catch the early bird special. Don’t forget to check out the fine print, it includes information about payment and refund deadlines, what is included with registration, and recommended travel times.
We want to celebrate you and all of the great work you are doing! We know you’re out there, every day, providing honest, affirming care and education, and empowering the next generation to lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
So tell us about it! Submissions are due on Jun 15, 2022.
Our Work
See what we’ve done.
We can help you, too.
Our Special Sauce
Our support and services are one-of-a-kind.
We start with you.
Everything we do is with and for you and the young people you serve. We center the end user—whether it’s you or young people—as we design our trainings, resources, and services.
This is being human-centered. We listen to you and collaborate to personalize our support. Â
We believe in science.
We are guided by science…the evidence. This is how we know “what works.”
And we build on this research to innovate. From our first conversations with you to making a plan and working together toward our goals, we use best practices to make sure our services are effective and efficient.
We look at the big picture.
We call this Youth 360º. How and where we live, learn, and play matters. Â
Whether we are talking about young people or adult professionals, each of us is shaped by the people and environment around us. Our families and friends, our co-workers and managers, communities and workplaces, and the larger society. We look at the big picture to design our services.
Why We Do It
For a world where all young people lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
Featured Resources
For you—because we’re better together.
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Upcoming Events
Virtual and in-person…here’s what’s coming up next on our calendar.
Dare to Dream of a New Era
October 17-19, 2022
In just two years’ time, the world was made anew. We reinvented the ways we live, the ways we love, the ways we learn, and the ways we work.
As we enter this new time for humanity, let’s come together to make sure the best parts of these new ways are here to stay. Let’s chart new bounds for ourselves and our work. Let’s recommit to the pursuit of a just, more perfect world for everyone, where young people have the freedom to become who they want to be.
At #HealthyTeen22, we’ll cultivate healing—inwardly and outwardly. We’ll reflect on this young decade’s renewed calls for racial justice and remarkable technological growth. And we’ll share how embracing flexibility and ambiguity liberated us to try new things.
We’ll do all this not because this is easy, but because this is our charge. Freed from the can’ts and won’ts of yesterday, we dare to dream of a new era.
Welcome back, friends. And welcome to Miami.
Check out more information on our speakers and the agenda.
Foundations and Strategies for Trauma-Informed Sex Ed
November 1 & 15, 2022
Talking about sexuality in the classroom can be awkward! We’ve all been there. There’s a difference between discomfort and experiencing a trauma response, though. It can be hard to know what’s going on for our students.
What can we do to become trustworthy adults and avoid harm and re-traumatization in the classroom? Join us to learn what we can do as educators to promote youth safety and wellness during sex ed and beyond.
Session 1 will focus on foundational knowledge related to trauma, and responses and manifestations in the classroom.
Session 1 is a prerequisite for Session 2, which will cover practical tools and strategies for becoming a trauma-informed educator and supporting young people during sexual health discussions.
Power Through Choices Training-of-Facilitators
December 5-8, 2022
Join us for a LIVE VIRTUAL training on Power Through Choices! This training will prepare you to deliver the Power Through Choices program face-to-face with youth.
Join us from the comfort of your own home or office! The cost of this virtual training is $1300 per person.
Deadline for registration and payment:Â November 4, 2022.
#HealthyTeen24
November 18-20, 2024
For over 40 years, our conference has been the only comprehensive annual national event to convene adolescent sexual and reproductive health professionals. Hundreds of conference attendees attend our apex capacity-building event each year. They come to strengthen their skills to implement evidence-based and innovative approaches and network with national colleagues to share lessons learned.Â
Save the date and join us in Pheonix, Arizona at the beautiful Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. Sign up to receive our emails and don’t miss important information about the call for proposals, award nominations, and when early bird registration opens!
Just for you
Dates available
We know learning isn’t one-size-fits all. Let’s create your custom event.
#HealthyTeen23
October 2-4, 2023
We know youth-supporting professionals do their best when they’re connected to great opportunities and resources—and with others working in sexual and reproductive health. And when they are well-supported, we see more positive outcomes for the youth they serve. It’s why we have held this conference for more than 40 years.
Save the date and join us at the Hilton Portland Downtown located in Portland, Oregon. Sign up to receive our emails and don’t miss important information about the call for proposals, award nominations, and when early bird registration opens!
Discover the magic of the Network.