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Two-Spirit youth gift-giving project demonstrates the power of community care

Mzwandile Poncana

December 21, 2022 |

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Response Location: Canada

Gifts for Two-Spirit Youth solicits a wide variety of donations from around the world to create personalized gifts for Two-Spirit youth who might feel lonely or alienated during the holiday season.

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Connecticut's turnaround of troubled juvenile system sets a standard, says justice-equity organization - Juvenile Justice Information Exchange

Matt Krupnick

December 01, 2022 |

Juvenile Justice Information Exchange |

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Response Location: United States, Hartford, Connecticut

As part of a revamp of its juvenile justice system, Connecticut launched youth treatment centers where residents meet regularly with counselors and mental health professionals. The centers focus on providing individualized care and a more welcoming atmosphere than traditional juvenile detention programs.

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It Takes a Village to Tackle the Teen Mental Health Crisis

Joe Mathews

November 30, 2022 |

MindSite News |

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Response Location: United States, Gonzales, California

The Gonzales Youth Council, which consists of middle and high school students, took matters into their own hands when it comes to helping their peers address mental health. Through surveys and meetings with school and local government administrators, the Council started facilitating mental health check-ins on Instagram, sharing self-care and coping tips and even seeking training for youth on how to respond when their peers are experiencing a mental health crisis.

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One WA school district helped homeless students graduate. Can others?

Greg Kim

November 28, 2022 |

The Seattle Times |

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Response Location: United States, Lacey, Washington

In Washington, North Thurston Public Schools increased the graduation rate of students experiencing homelessness from 65% to 84% by hiring student navigators. These staff members consistently support students experiencing homelessness and attend to needs like finding housing, applying for college, or anything else that might arise.

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Building a Future for Young Adults Aged out of Foster Care

Gabi Lorino

November 28, 2022 |

Fort Wayne Media Collaborative |

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Response Location: United States, Fort Wayne, Indiana

The Courtyard is an apartment complex that houses young adults, usually between ages 18 and 24 and focuses on those who have aged out of the foster care system and those at risk for homelessness. To help these young adults in need, The Courtyard has partnerships with more than 20 other local organizations to ensure residents have access to food, education, life skill training, and employment opportunities

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Out of the streets and into the ring: Tyger Style Boxing works to lower youth gun violence

Katie Ellington Serrao

October 31, 2022 |

Richland Source |

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Response Location: United States, Mansfield, Ohio

After-school boxing programs such as Tyger Style Boxing give students at risk of encountering gun violence an outlet where they can work toward a goal and learn about leadership, integrity, sportsmanship, and determination. Tyger Style serves about 25 students, and attendees say the program has helped improve their confidence and shift their attitudes.

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They built a skate park in Nebraska's poorest county. Then they watched Junior do something priceless.

Matthew Hansen

October 28, 2022 |

Flatwater Free Press |

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Response Location: Omaha Tribe, United States, Omaha, Nebraska

On native land where the local youth are struggling with depression and anxiety, a new skate park has been built as studies have shown that skateboarding is good for teenagers’ mental health – especially teens living in isolated conditions. The skate park helps get kids out of the house and serves as a social support network, fostering a sense of belonging.

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Environmental Degradation : How Women Coalition is Championing Restoration of Peace in Niger Delta

Israel Olatunji Tijani

October 27, 2022 |

Page TV Nigeria |

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Response Location: Nigeria, River State

The Coalition of Ogoni Women is working to foster peace in their communities and reduce youth participation in crime through open communication with youth and government officials while also advocating for women to have more authority in the communities.

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With Recycled Wastes, This Non-profit organization is Reducing Drop-outs in Ogun

Mohammed Taoheed

October 06, 2022 |

BONews |

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Response Location: Nigeria, Ogun State

Securecycle is a nonprofit working to reduce the number of young students not attending school in Ogun State, Nigeria. The organization collects old jeans to turn into bags and finds students who are, or will likely, drop out of school to teach them bag production and give them a scholarship to finish primary school.

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Black foster youth who age out struggle to find housing

Keyshawn Davis

September 21, 2022 |

Sacramento Business Journal |

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Response Location: United States, Sacramento, California

HomeAid builds and renovates affordable housing and shelters for people transitioning out of homelessness and also helps provide housing resources for those aging out of the foster care system. Affordable housing for people aging out of foster care provides them with a stepping stone to self-sufficiency, where they learn responsibilities like paying rent, opening a savings account, and managing their bills.

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