Rochester-Monroe County Youth Bureau

Help plan and coordinate services for youth; Assess youth needs to determine funding priorities; Promote partnerships with agencies and community providers for comprehensive services; Provide funding to youth service agencies; Monitor and evaluate Youth Bureau-funded programs to ensure quality services; Coordinate Runaway and Homeless services for youth; Study/examine different segments of the youth services system and issues that affect youth; Advocate for legislation, systems change, and funding to improve/assist the youth services system; Create mentoring opportunities for youth to interact with seniors, professionals, and community leaders.