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131 <br /> housing, substance use, and mental health interventions, to a participant in need. Our <br /> partnerships with El Futuro and El Centro Hispano have enabled us to culturally adapt our <br /> programming for Latinx youth, ensuring culturally competent and linguistically appropriate <br /> support. Furthermore, our collaboration with Boomerang and United Voices of Efland- <br /> Cheeks to facilitate skill-building groups demonstrates our commitment to reaching youth in <br /> diverse community settings. <br /> While other mentoring programs exist in Orange County, RSN's program is uniquely <br /> designed for youth currently using substances, those with a history of substance use, and/or <br /> those at risk due to mental health challenges or justice involvement. Our mentors receive <br /> specialized training in evidence-based practices to support these youth for four months, <br /> focusing on goals to improve emotional well-being and linking them to community <br /> resources. RSN actively collaborates with other mentoring programs to ensure youth are <br /> matched with the most appropriate services, creating a coordinated and efficient system of <br /> support. <br /> RSN is actively expanding its collaborative network. In September, we partnered with <br /> the ArtsCenter in Carrboro to launch family-centered enrichment activities. This initial event, <br /> which included a 3-D printing activity and separate discussions with youth and families to <br /> gather input for our advisory committee, engaged four youth and their families and mentors. <br /> We are building on this momentum with planned enrichment activities, including a five-week <br /> cooking class with Mel's in Carrboro culminating in a community meal prepared by the <br /> youth, and a community dialogue with youth and families at Beautiful Together Animal <br /> Sanctuary in Chapel Hill. These activities not only provide enriching experiences but also <br /> serve as opportunities to engage new stakeholders and strengthen existing relationships. <br /> RSN's referral network is broad and includes Orange County's DJJ counselors; District Court <br /> staff; clergy;Youth Deflection Program; mental health professionals; Multi-Purpose Home <br /> Services; law enforcement; school staff and resource officers; self-referrals; Teen Court; <br /> camp staff, the Orange County Department of Social Services; truancy court; substance use <br /> treatment and recovery programs; participants in the Juvenile Justice Behavioral Health <br /> partnership; members of the Orange County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council; youth- <br /> serving community-based partners; and parents. We will continue to cultivate relationships <br /> with these existing referral sources and actively seek new partnerships to ensure <br /> comprehensive wraparound support for youth and families. By strengthening existing <br /> collaborations and engaging new stakeholders, RSN aims to create a more integrated and <br /> responsive system of care for youth in Orange County. <br /> F. Performance Measures and Program Evaluation (18 points,page limit: not to exceed <br /> I page) <br /> RSN measures program success through a multi-faceted evaluation process incorporating <br /> both qualitative and quantitative data. To track improvements in participants'perceived <br /> emotional well-being and personal relationships, youth complete an eight-dimension <br /> wellness assessment at intake and monthly thereafter. This data demonstrates changes in the <br /> key elements of SAMHSA's 8 Dimensions - emotional, physical, occupational, social, <br /> 5 <br />