I am the North Central Partnership Coordinator for FYCCN (the Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network), a strategic initiative of the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. With the mission of "creating the next generation that cares", I manage nearly 40 partnerships with youth organizations throughout 19 counties in north central Florida. Coordinating with organizations in the non-profit, educational, recreational, and conservation sectors, I provide staff development, trainings, equipment loans, and educational curricula in the fields of archery, paddlesports, fishing, and wildlife discovery. I actively work with organizations to refine and expand their youth and family educational programs, and am broadening FWC's reach through environmental education programs for diverse youth and families in their communities.