Student-led. Community-rooted.

Real connection. Real belonging. Real impact.

Connected Youth Network creates student-led spaces where young people build real connections, experience belonging, and strengthen their emotional wellbeing — together.

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Youth-led
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Crew · Westwood High
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Wellbeing signal
+38% peer support
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12 connected today
Connection Belonging Student-led Wellbeing Community Safety Real impact
About Connected Youth Network

Building safer spaces for connection, growth, and belonging.

Connected Youth Network (CYN) is a youth-focused digital ecosystem designed to support participation, mentorship, community, and meaningful growth.

  • Community-First
  • Safe Digital Participation
  • Guided Growth
Students collaborating and learning together in community

Real connection. Real belonging. Real impact.

A community-first ecosystem where young people connect, participate, and grow — with safety built in from day one.

Janice Houlihan, Founder and Executive Director of Connected Youth Network
Driven by
Youth Belonging
Experience
20+ Years
Meet the founder

Janice Houlihan.

Founder & Executive Director — Connected Youth Network

Every young person deserves to feel they belong — not as a buzzword, but as something real they carry with them every day.

With an M.Ed. and 20+ years in social work, Janice designs environments where young people are seen, heard, and centered — keeping CYN grounded in compassion, rigor, and the power of peer connection.

M.Ed · Social Work Youth Development Nonprofit Leadership
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Safety by Design

Safe Spaces Are Non-Negotiable.

Connection starts with safety circle model showing Safety, Belonging, and Connection

Data Privacy, Integrity, and Safe Community by Design

From data protection to community wellbeing, every interaction is designed with safety, trust, and digital responsibility at its core.

Content Moderation

AI and human review keep every space positive, respectful, and inclusive.

System Integrity

Encryption and continuous audits protect against external threats and misuse.

Age-Appropriate Design

Stage-matched controls and experiences support every learner profile safely.

User Empowerment

Clear tools and guidance help youth and advisors make informed choices.

Student Voices

Student Quotes

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Ava

CYN helped me handle exam stress with more calm and gave me a place where mental wellness feels normal.

5/5

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Ava, Year 11

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Let's build the network of belonging.

Whether you're an educator, a youth leader, a funder, or a future partner — we'd love to hear from you. We'll be in touch within two business days.

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