Honest and courageous conversations are just the beginning of our work for social justice. When we develop safe spaces to have these conversations, we work together to dismantle oppression. Let’s get talking!
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Sometimes it can be hard to “show up” for others. We worry about our sacrifice of time and energy to help others. But, “showing up” can range from lending a listening ear to creating a nonprofit. The level at which you “show up” is up to you.
As a “kid”, it often feels like you’re being told what to do and you’re not allowed to make many decisions, but kids and young adults are actually capable of really big, great things.
We’ve had an interesting year and have really had to keep to ourselves and our families to stay safe. Essentially, we’ve hidden our superpowers. So now is the time to get back out and use our superpowers to DO for others and change things for the bett
What’s good for you, your school, family, and community? The answer is service learning! Students gain essential SEL skills, teachers broaden and grow their teaching skills, and families and community members benefit from the value created!
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Mental health is like physical health. We exercise and eat healthy to take care of our bodies. Our mental health starts with our emotions, so what can we do to make sure we’re keeping our minds and hearts healthy?
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Did you know that one in five children will experience some sort of mental health challenge? This can be you or someone you know. The good news is that we can support each other by talking, listening, and reaching out for support.
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Our children have not been immune to the mental health impact of COVID-19, as schools have remained closed and now some are opening under different circumstances. So what can we do to address this impact and mediate some of the potential challenges that s
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Anxiety and depression cause pain for people all over the world. We often get stuck in these negative feelings by trying to avoid our emotions. But we can take action by allowing ourselves to feel our emotions, demonstrate them, reach out for support, and
Just like we have physical illnesses, we might experience mental illnesses as well. Some of us don’t like to talk about what’s going on inside and think others may judge us. Let’s break the stigma, get talking, and support each other!
Anxiety can be terrifying for young people, especially for those that don’t understand the feelings and emotions related to this experience. Increased awareness of feelings and symptoms related to anxiety can be powerful in tackling its impact. The more