Building Capacity, Deepening Impact: RYSE in 2025

As we step into the heart of 2025, we’re proud to share the meaningful strides RYSE has made in strengthening our foundation of care, connection, and community.

This past year has been one of growth, alignment, and deeper engagement, both within our organization and with the youth and families we support. Our commitment to creating safe, responsive, and empowering spaces has never been stronger.

What’s New at RYSE?

Internal Training & Capacity Building

We’ve launched a game-changing initiative: RYSE’s own NVCI Certified Trainers are now leading monthly training sessions for all staff. This ensures our teams are equipped with consistent, trauma-informed, and non-restrictive practices, while also building internal leadership capacity across the organization.

Community Engagement & Healing Pathways

This year, youth at RYSE have been offered even more access to meaningful experiences through:

  • Equine therapy — fostering trust, regulation, and emotional healing through connection with animals

  • Individualized counselling and mentorship — supporting mental health and long-term personal growth

  • Stronger community connections — linking youth with local partners and real-world opportunities to thrive

Youth Empowerment Circle

Our monthly Youth Empowerment Circle has become a highlight for both staff and youth — not just for what we talk about, but for what we do together.
These events bring everyone together for shared experiences like bowling nights, escape rooms, waterslides, skating, and more.
It’s a space for laughter, connection, and empowerment — a chance to be in community, have fun, and feel a sense of belonging.

Looking Ahead

As we continue through 2025, our focus remains clear:

  • Deepening our mentorship and cultural safety practices

  • Growing internal systems for training, supervision, and youth involvement

  • Continuing to create spaces where young people feel seen, supported, and celebrated

Thank You

To our staff, youth, caregivers, and community partners — thank you.
RYSE is more than a service — it’s a movement built on shared humanity and radical hope.
We are so proud of where we’ve been, and even more excited about where we’re going.

Let’s keep rising — together!