Our Programs:
Train The Trainer
Train the Trainer: Free Spokane Workshop for Educators, Counselors, and Youth Leaders to Teach Teen Dating Abuse Prevention, Healthy Relationships, and Leadership Skills
What Students
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Train the Trainer is a professional development program designed for educators, counselors, youth leaders, and community advocates who want to deliver Create Your Statement’s proven programs to teens in their own schools or organizations.
Through a structured, hands-on training experience, participants gain everything they need to lead CYS presentations like Red Flag, Compass, and Take a Stand—while staying true to our trauma-informed, youth-centered approach. Whether you’re looking to deepen your prevention efforts or expand access to relationship education in your community, this training empowers you to be a confident, impactful facilitator.
What Students Learn
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Health & PE Teachers
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School Counselors & Social Workers
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Youth Program Coordinators
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Prevention Specialists
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Community Organization Leaders
What the Training Covers
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Program Overviews
Learn the core goals and structure of Red Flag, Compass, and Take a Stand. -
Facilitation Best Practices
Discover how to create safe, inclusive spaces for teens while navigating sensitive topics like abuse, identity, and self-worth. -
Engagement Techniques
Get tips on leading impactful discussions, managing group dynamics, and making content resonate. -
Materials & Support
Gain access to CYS-approved presentation slides, facilitator guides, student handouts, and ongoing technical support. - Dating Abuse 101
Program Format
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Audience: Adult educators and professionals who work with youth
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Delivery: In-person training session or virtual workshop
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Length: Half-day or full-day training (customizable based on group size and focus)
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Cost: Provided at no cost to schools and qualifying organizations in the Spokane region
Why Train the Trainer Matters
Spokane’s youth deserve widespread access to relationship education—and we can’t do it alone. Train the Trainer builds capacity across our community by equipping trusted adults with the tools to deliver CYS programming directly. The result? More youth served, more voices empowered, and more lives changed.
“This training gave me everything I needed—not just to deliver content, but to truly connect with my students.”
— Health Teacher, Spokane Public Schools
Outcomes You Can Expect
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Increased confidence in leading discussions on relationships, self-worth, and abuse prevention
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The ability to deliver consistent, research-informed programming aligned with CYS standards
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Stronger engagement with youth and a deeper understanding of their needs
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Ongoing access to support, updates, and peer connection through the CYS facilitator network
Ready to Become a Certified CYS Facilitator?
We offer flexible scheduling to meet the needs of school districts, youth-serving organizations, and nonprofits across the Spokane region.