Jovenes Sanos

Jovenes Sanos JS hopes to cultivate peer-to-peer conversations regarding mental wellness, promote hope, resiliency, and healing, and create a healthy and thriving culture.

A Watsonville based youth advocacy and leadership group working to elevate youth voice to shift cultures of stigma around mental health and promote hope, healing, and resiliency through peer-to-peer connections. Founded in 2005, Jóvenes SANOS (JS) has focused on increasing healthy eating and active living, making their mark in the community in advocating for healthier options at the Watsonville Fa

rmers Market and local corner stores - to make the healthy choice the easy choice. Today, in response to the community's emerging needs, JS youth are now shifting their focus towards mental health - from destigmatizing conversations on mental wellness to increasing youth access to mental health resources.

Grateful for every young person who showed up for Cultivating Hope. Your presence, energy, and commitment made a real di...
05/08/2026

Grateful for every young person who showed up for Cultivating Hope. Your presence, energy, and commitment made a real difference not just in the community, but in choosing to grow hope within yourselves too.

Proud of each of you for stepping up, showing up, and speaking up.

This is just the beginning, stay tuned for more photos soon 🌱

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What to expect at Cultivating Hope 🌿Come ready to move, connect, and have fun! You’ll rotate through interactive worksho...
05/01/2026

What to expect at Cultivating Hope 🌿

Come ready to move, connect, and have fun! You’ll rotate through interactive workshops, explore different spaces around campus, and have the chance to participate in activities!

You’ll also receive self-care goodies and a shirt, enjoy lunch and snacks, and most importantly build connections, learn about resources, and meet new people.

📍 Sequoia High School

🕚 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

(Be sure to arrive on time to check in and sign up for activities!)

We can’t wait to see you there 🌱

Last chance to register! ⏰Today is the final day to sign up for Cultivating Hope, don’t miss this opportunity to connect...
04/29/2026

Last chance to register! ⏰

Today is the final day to sign up for Cultivating Hope, don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be part of a meaningful community experience.

Register now, link in bio 🧡

Cultivating Hope Workshops are back 🌱✨This year, we’re focusing on the ACEs Stress Busters, each workshop is designed to...
04/27/2026

Cultivating Hope Workshops are back 🌱✨

This year, we’re focusing on the ACEs Stress Busters, each workshop is designed to connect with and strengthen one of these powerful tools for resilience, healing, and growth.

We’re so grateful for the amazing partners who are helping lead and bring these workshops to life-your support makes this work possible 💛

Sign up to be part of these workshops and grow with us, link in bio!

✨ Youth Panel Spotlight ✨Meet Emily RodriguezA student, swimmer, and scholar who believes that even through life’s ups a...
04/25/2026

✨ Youth Panel Spotlight ✨

Meet Emily Rodriguez

A student, swimmer, and scholar who believes that even through life’s ups and downs, there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Emily brings resilience and positivity to everything she does.

Hear Emily at our Cultivating Hope Youth Panel 🌱

📅 May 2, 2026

✨ Youth Panel Spotlight ✨Meet Valeria Marquez A Hope Club leader passionate about community, culture, and giving back. V...
04/25/2026

✨ Youth Panel Spotlight ✨

Meet Valeria Marquez

A Hope Club leader passionate about community, culture, and giving back. Valeria is dedicated to making a difference and aspires to become a Spanish teacher to uplift future generations.

Catch Valeria at our Cultivating Hope Youth Panel 💬

📅 May 2, 2026

✨ Youth Panel Spotlight ✨Meet Joel PastorA Watsonville High School student passionate about mental health and advocating...
04/25/2026

✨ Youth Panel Spotlight ✨

Meet Joel Pastor

A Watsonville High School student passionate about mental health and advocating for youth voices. Joel is committed to creating space for honest conversations and meaningful change.

Catch Joel at our Cultivating Hope Youth Panel 🌱

📅 May 2, 2026

✨ Youth Panel Spotlight ✨Meet Vanessa Chavez-AmezcuaA sophomore at Soquel High School and Internal Chair with Jóvenes Sa...
04/24/2026

✨ Youth Panel Spotlight ✨

Meet Vanessa Chavez-Amezcua

A sophomore at Soquel High School and Internal Chair with Jóvenes Sanos, Vanessa helps create check-ins and team-building spaces that bring youth together. She enjoys the beach, sunsets, music, and time with loved ones.

Catch Vanessa at our Cultivating Hope Youth Panel 💬

📅 May 2, 2026

Cultivating Hope is just 2 weeks away 🌱We’ve been spreading the word around WHS! These photos show two students next to ...
04/21/2026

Cultivating Hope is just 2 weeks away 🌱

We’ve been spreading the word around WHS! These photos show two students next to the posters inviting youth to sign up for Cultivating Hope. We’re excited to see the community come together, don’t miss out 💚

Link in bio!

🌱 Cultivating Hope: A Wellness Event for Teens 🌱Join us for a day of connection, inspiration, and wellness for youth age...
04/17/2026

🌱 Cultivating Hope: A Wellness Event for Teens 🌱

Join us for a day of connection, inspiration, and wellness for youth ages 13–18.

We’re honored to welcome our Keynote Speaker, Dr. Blanca Baltazar-Sabbah, Vice President of Student Services at Cabrillo College, who will share an inspiring message focused on hope, resilience, and student success.

A special thank you to our amazing partners joining us to support our youth: Santa Cruz County Office of Education • allcove • NAMI Santa Cruz County • Living Evolution • Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley • United Way Santa Cruz County

📅 May 2, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Sequoia High School, Freedom, CA
🎟️ Free event for ages 13–18

Register using the QR code and link in bio💛

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Watsonville, CA
95076

Telephone

+18314652212

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