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Welcome to National Network of Youth Ministries.

A place where youth leaders like you find the support and community you need to thrive in your calling.

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We create collaborative spaces where youth leaders are personally encouraged, professionally equipped and spiritually strengthened for faithful and effective ministry with the next generation.

 
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Youth leader networks are driving kingdom impact across the country. Discover stories of leaders, explore our latest initiatives, and witness the powerful connections shaping communities from coast to coast.

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Joining a youth leader network means more than just showing up — it's finding your tribe, building authentic relationships, and being part of something bigger than yourself.

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  • “The sin of disunity has caused more souls to be lost than all other sins.”

    Max Lucado

    author/speaker
  • “Imagine every student having the opportunity of seeing the gospel of Jesus Christ lived out daily by their peers. The National Network of Youth Ministries has united us, helping us bring this vision into reality. They network local youth pastors and youth organizations from many backgrounds to build relationships, consider best practices, and share resources.”

    Bo Boshers

    president of Lead222, Illinois
  • “The reality is the biggest youth group is Satan's... There are more lost kids in your community and if combine all the youth groups in your city, you still will not match the number of lost kids in your city. There's a mind-shift that needs to take place where we are not competing together, but we are partnering together, networking together, we're rallying together around the larger mission field.”

    Jason Lamb

    Dare 2 Share - Free Refills Podcast #59
  • “When I think of the Network I think of relationships, resources, and encouragement. I have grown personally and my ministry has grown. Also, my view of the capital “C” church has grown through being in a network.”

    Danny Tuxhorn

    Leader of the Washington County Network
  • “In my community, our networks connect urban youth workers to much-needed resources, provide a learning environment to sharpen our skills, and offer a ‘safe place' to laugh, cry, play, worship and pray together. Rather than staying in our own little corners, we are so much better when we seek out others to partner with for the kingdom of God.”

    Virginia Ward

    Director of Leadership and Mentored Ministry Initiatives for Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
  • “The National Network of Youth Ministries has been a vital resource to me as a youth pastor. It helped me connect to local public school personnel, community youth leaders, youth pastors, and parachurch organizations. Without it, I would be doing ministry alone. NNYM equips youth leaders to be more effective in reach every student. The nation needs more networks!”

    Dallas Wilson

    youth pastor, Arkansas
  • “Life is about relationships. The more I speak with youth leaders, the greater the need I see for them to connect with others like themselves. I'm surprised at how unconnected some youth workers are! You need to get networked and connected.”

    Doug Fields

    youth ministry author/speaker