Young people across Atlanta will have access to dozens of support services in one place during the Restoring Hope Resource Fair, a free community event designed to help youth and young adults navigate critical life transitions.
Hosted by Silence the Shame in partnership with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Office of Children, Young Adults, and Families, the fair will take place Saturday, April 18, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center.
Designed for youth ages 16 to 24, the event will connect participants directly with trusted organizations offering support across multiple areas that shape long-term stability and success.
More than 27 community partners are expected to participate, providing resources related to:
- Healthcare navigation and access
- Trauma-informed wellness and mental health services
- Employment and education pathways
- Housing and economic stability
- Legal and advocacy support
Giveaways will also be available throughout the afternoon.
“This resource fair is about meeting young people where they are and making sure they know they are not alone,” said Shanti Das, founder of Silence the Shame. “Whether they are navigating court involvement, aging out of foster care, or simply looking for guidance and opportunity, we want them to leave feeling supported, connected, and hopeful about what comes next.”
The event is especially intended to support youth experiencing transitional moments, including those impacted by the juvenile justice system, foster care transitions, or other barriers to stability. Organizers say bringing services together in one welcoming environment helps reduce obstacles and makes it easier for young people to take the next step forward.
Community members can learn more or register in advance here: bit.ly/HOPEFAIR26
