Upon successful completion of the learning experience, students will be able to: examine skills in self-advocacy, self-efficacy, and empowerment to effectively support young individuals in navigating service systems and achieving independent well-being; define the concept of self-efficacy and its impact on motivation, behavior, and emotional well-being; cultivate proficiency in utilizing tools and strategies, such as mindful breathing, journaling, goal-setting, and positive affirmation, to increase self-efficacy in young individuals; identify cultural competence as a Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) to effectively navigate and address cultural differences in personal relationships; describe skills of a YPA to effectively support, guide, and advocate for young individuals facing various challenges; implement ethical considerations and professional communication skills; analyze communication and conflict resolution skills in group settings, emphasizing active listening, non-verbal communication, and strategies for encouraging participation; examine how to navigating various systems to identify and understand resources available for clients and provide support in addressing challenges; and compare different documentation formats, such as DAP, DAR, SOAP, and Narrative Notes.