We’re excited to have Jennifer Patino-Perez join our Innovation and Research Department! May 2, 2024We’re excited to have Jennifer “Jen” Patino-Perez join Milagros, April, Bianca, Charlie Blue, Emily, Kaitlyn, and Patricia in our Innovation and Research department,...
Each May since 2019, Sex Ed for All Month is an opportunity to voice our shared commitment to a world where all young people get equitable access to the education and care they deserve. April 18, 2024The seasons are changing, and May will be here before you know it....
It's a win-win! Boost your brand and make a difference.the “must-attend” conference Rise, Reimagine, and ReinventNovember 18-20, 2024 | Phoenix, AZWe are the go-to network for connecting youth-supporting professionals with the opportunities, training, and tools they...
rise, reimagine, and reinvent 44th Annual National ConferenceNovember 18-20, 2024 | Phoenix, AZToday’s adolescent experience unfolds with breathtaking speed. Embrace it. Time, tech, and trends wait for no one. Stay curious. There is power in trying new things, in...
congratulations to our 2023 awardeesEach year, we recognize programs, groups, and individuals who have contributed to promoting young people's health and well-being through personal or professional efforts. Awardees exemplify a passion for and commitment to providing...
In part one of our two-part series covering social media censorship, we ask: how can we ensure young people have access to the crucial sex ed and health information they need—dodging the restrictions set by the big shots in the social media game? By Milagros...
Everyone has the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people aging out of care. Our contributions will be unique, as our abilities and resources can vary. However, there is always something that we can do. By Lisa SchelbeMarch 14, 2024Service...
ExploreIn/TendDesign Challenge FAQsSprout: A Design Challenge is a four-day deep dive where teams, made up of three individuals, get hands-on with human-centered design to tackle a real-world challenge. Imagine it as human-centered design boot camp—lots of learning,...
We’re excited to have Emily Rose Connor join our Innovation and Research Department February 22, 2024We’re excited to have Emily Rose Connor join Milagros, April, Bianca, Charlie Blue, Dai, Kaitlyn, and Patricia in our Innovation and Research department as a Design...
Straight from our trainers, these presentation tips will set you up for a fabulous presentation February 16, 2024You could say we’ve done this a few times. As a capacity-building organization, our staff are well versed in how to give an effective presentation. Here...
We’re excited to have Bianca Devoto join our Innovation and Research Department! January 12, 2024We’re excited to have Bianca join Milagros, Patricia, Charlie Blue, Kaitlyn, and April in our Innovation and Research department as a Senior Manager. Bianca Devoto, MSPH,...
Young people—and all of us, really—deserve to live in a world that celebrates and does not stigmatize the topic of menstrual health and human growth. By Sasha Grenier, MPH, CHESDecember 14, 2023This October, I attended the #HealthyTeen23 conference to accept the...
EDITOR’S NOTE: The length of this post is in violation of my “cut-to-the-chase” standard. Apologies in advance. By Valerie Sedivy, PhD December 4, 2023With much joy but also much sadness, last week, we gave our warmest wishes to our beloved colleague and Director of...
Trans youth—like all young people—deserve to live in a world that affirms and celebrates them for who they are.By Charlie Blue Brahm, MA November 9, 2023It’s been almost four months since the Department of Education in my home state of Virginia released new model...
Starting with Safe Spaces: The Value of Community Agreements Patricia and Kaitlyn explore the significance of community agreements in fostering safe, inclusive spaces for youth-supporting professionals and the young people they serve.October 26, 2023With Thrivology,...
On a scale from mid to stellar, how would the youth you serve rate your clinic's youth-friendliness? By Allison Tomai Felsen August 17, 2023Have you ever walked into a health care facility and felt totally overwhelmed? Or been unsure how to talk to your health care...
Communication Is Key: Sharing STI Test Results with Your Partner2022HIV and STI testing should be a part of your routine—and, if you have a partner or partners, theirs too—so let's talk about it! Having a Conversation about Getting Tested for STIs with Your Partner ...
Learn more—and get resources—about how to create affirming spaces for your students.By Allison Tomai Felsen June 15, 2023The onslaught of attacks on the basic human right for people to exist just continues to be exhausting. Banning books, censoring curricula, banning...
Communication Is Key: Having a Conversation about Getting Tested for STIs with Your Partner2022HIV and STI testing should be a part of your routine—and, if you have a partner or partners, theirs too—so let's talk about it! Having a Conversation about Getting Tested...
There are many myths and misunderstandings about these infections, but one truth remains: people living with STIs can lead healthy, full lives. By Sam Akers, MSWApril 7, 2023 Oftentimes, when people hear “sexually transmitted infections,” their first thoughts are of...
Whether it is crisis hotlines, toolkits, trainings, or support groups, there are ways to get youth connected to mental health resources today.By Mackenzie Piper March 6, 2023Many years ago, I still remember being introduced to a short story titled “Why is Jason in the...
Happy HPV Prevention Week and Cervical Cancer Prevention Month! Here’s your reminder to treat yourself (and your kids) with protection from HPV and HPV-related cancers!By Mariah CowsertJanuary 27, 2023Irecently went in to get my annual flu shot at the CVS in my...
#SexEdForAll Month Tool KitApril 2024Sex Ed For All Month is coordinated by the Sex Education Collaborative—representing 26 national, regional, and state-based organizations with extensive experience training educators to deliver school-based sex education—in...
Daring to DreamFrom Our President & CEO Janet Max, MPH, CHESWe know that these last few years haven’t been easy. We’ve collectively adapted to pandemic life, shifting our work to adapt to remote work, and dealing with the aftermath of the Dobbs decision and the...
Generation to generation, we can all learn from each other's stories and experiencesBy Deborah Chilcoat, MEd January 13, 2023I Googled “grandparents as sex educators” today. I wanted to write about the role grandparents play in educating their grandchildren about...
Resources and information from a recent True You Maryland training to help support the mental health and safety of your students.By Allison Tomai Felsen January 5, 2023Talking about sexuality in the classroom can be awkward! We’ve all been there. But there’s a...
Why Sex Ed For All?October 2021Have you heard that May is Sex Ed For All Month? Yes, no, maybe? Or yes, but you don’t quite get it? It’s okay…that’s actually what this session is all about. Since 2019, May has been recognized as Sex Ed For All Month. This initiative...
Young people have a right to quality, affirming sex education...and regardless of political affiliation, parents and young people agreeBy Mariah CowsertMay 1, 2021Aworld where all young people lead healthy and fulfilling lives...that’s the dream, right? And it’s not...
Collaboration in times of crisisFrom Our President & CEO Janet Max, MPH, CHESOur 2021 annual report remembers and celebrates our accomplishments, not the least of which is how we’ve been able to collaborate and work together despite the challenges of navigating...
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