A National Community Supporting Youth-Serving Professionals
Belonging to NSPN means becoming part of a national community of youth-serving professionals who share ideas, learn together, and support one another in strengthening responses for young people. Membership is more than access to services—it’s connection, growth, and being part of something bigger.
Whether you are an organization or an individual, NSPN membership offers a place to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a network committed to stronger outcomes for youth and families.
Why Membership Matters
Youth-serving work is challenging, important, and constantly evolving. NSPN membership connects you to people who understand your world—leaders, peers, trainers, and practitioners who are working every day to improve how communities respond to young people.
Membership offers a place to:
- Learn new approaches and practical tools
- Build relationships with others in the field
- Gain support navigating challenges
- Celebrate successes and share what works
- Strengthen your impact on youth and families
Membership helps professionals feel supported, connected, and ready for the work ahead.
Who Membership Is For
NSPN membership is open to:
• Youth- and family-serving organizations
• RHY and child welfare programs
• Community-based agencies
• Professionals working with young people
• Students and emerging leaders in the field
• Those seeking continued learning and connection
What it Means to Belong
Membership means becoming part of a national circle of professionals who care deeply about their work and believe in supporting one another. Members gain access to opportunities that strengthen skills, expand knowledge, and create meaningful connections across the country.
Across NSPN initiatives, the concept of the Impact Network reflects the shared commitment of organizations and professionals working together to strengthen community responses for young people. Membership offers a direct connection to this broader effort. For more than 40 years, the NSPN motto of “Together, We Can” represents how the network brings partners and others invested in youth safety and services together to create meaningful impact and lasting change.
Membership Pillars
Connection
A welcoming community of peers, mentors, and leaders who share your commitment to youth and families.
Learning
Training, webinars, workshops, and discussions that support your professional growth.
Support
Access to NSPN’s team for questions, guidance, and help navigating challenges.
Contribution
Opportunities to share your experience, lift others up, and help shape the direction of the field.
These pillars shape the membership experience and create meaningful opportunities for connection and growth.
