Student-led. Community-rooted.

Real connection. Real belonging. Real impact.

Connected Youth Network creates student-led spaces where young people build real connections, experience belonging, and strengthen their emotional wellbeing — together.

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Youth-led
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Crew · Westwood High
Belonging, built peer to peer.
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Wellbeing signal
+38% peer support
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Connection● Belonging● Student-led● Wellbeing● Community● Safety● Real impact●
About CYN

A world where
every young
person belongs.

We believe wellbeing starts with belonging — and belonging is built through small, consistent experiences of feeling seen by peers. CYN is the connective tissue between students, educators, and trusted advisors making that possible at scale.

  1. 1 Consistent experiences create safety
  2. 2 Safety builds connection
  3. 3 Connection creates belonging
  4. 4 Belonging supports wellbeing
Mission

A world where connection & belonging are the norm.

We empower young people to lead supportive, inclusive communities through student-led experiences they actually want to be part of.

Vision

Every young person feels they belong — and thrives.

Supported by peers and deeply connected in their communities, every student has the conditions to grow into who they're meant to be.

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Positioning
Real connection. Real belonging. Real impact.
See how
User Flow

From sign-on to scaled impact

  1. Step 1
    Join Platform
    Create an account & profile
  2. Step 2
    Join Crew
    Connect with a peer group
  3. Step 3
    Participate
    Take part in guided activities
  4. Step 4
    Engage Peers
    Share & collaborate
  5. Step 5
    Generate Insights
    Reflect & surface learnings
Safety by Design

Safe spaces are non-negotiable.

Ensuring a safe environment is paramount. Our approach integrates multiple layers of protection to safeguard users and data — by design, not as an afterthought.

Read the safety brief

Data Privacy

Robust measures protect sensitive youth data and maintain strict confidentiality under global privacy regulations.

Content Moderation

Proactive AI and human review monitor content, prevent cyberbullying, and keep the environment positive.

System Integrity

Advanced protocols, encryption, and regular audits guard against external threats and vulnerabilities.

Age-Appropriate Design

Verify user age and ensure features and communities suit a young person's developmental stage.

User Empowerment

Educational resources and tools for youth and advisors on online safety best practices, privacy controls, and how to report concerns.

Get in touch

Let's build the network of belonging.

Whether you're an educator, a youth leader, a funder, or a future partner — we'd love to hear from you. Tell us what you're working on, and we'll be in touch within two business days.

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