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fromChalkbeat
1 week ago

Youth programs at risk after Brooklyn nonprofit loses EPA grant to Trump DEI cuts

The bike club run by El Puente provides youth with advocacy skills and emotional support while facing significant funding cuts affecting environmental justice initiatives.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Charlie Kirk Tells Newsmax He's Profoundly Confused' by Trump Administration's Handling of Epstein Files

Charlie Kirk expressed confusion over the Trump administration's handling of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
#gun-violence
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

These graduates lost their friend to gun violence. Now they're making sure he's never forgotten | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

These graduates lost their friend to gun violence. Now they're making sure he's never forgotten | CBC News

more#gun-violence
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Should Alameda County eliminate pepper spray from juvenile detention?

The trauma from both incidents, Brou said, has stayed with him to this day.
SF parents
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

I was trapped in an abusive relationship at 16, schools must protect teenagers better

Mandatory education on domestic abuse and coercive behavior is essential for students aged 16 to 18.
The Independent champions accessible journalism, opposing paywalls to provide unbiased reporting.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Legal win for son tricked into moving to Africa by parents

The teenager's appeal against being sent to boarding school in Ghana has been granted, emphasizing the importance of considering the child's voice in legal matters.
#criminal-justice
fromMission Local
4 months ago
San Francisco

Thank you for any help

Abigail's background as a youth advocate in New York City informs her work on criminal justice and behavioral health.
more#criminal-justice
#immigration
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Queens public high school student arrested and detained by ICE agents, NYS officials said

Calls for the release of a detained high school student highlight concerns over the treatment of minors by immigration authorities.
fromTruthout
1 month ago
Boston

Massachusetts Town Rallies to Demand ICE Release Local High School Student

Marcelo Gomes Da Silva's detention by ICE sparked significant community outcry in Milford, Massachusetts, highlighting issues of immigration policy and local solidarity.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Queens public high school student arrested and detained by ICE agents, NYS officials said

Calls for the release of a detained high school student highlight concerns over the treatment of minors by immigration authorities.
more#immigration
#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromTruthout
3 months ago

LGBTQ Suicide Hotline at Risk Under Trump's HHS Budget Proposal

The 988 LGBTQ crisis line's funding is under threat, which could endanger LGBTQ+ youth's access to essential mental health services.
more#lgbtq
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Police Commissioner for the Day: Bronx teen earns NYPD honors for essay against subway surfing | amNewYork

Carmelo Vereen's essay highlights the dangers of subway surfing, urging young people to understand the repercussions of reckless behavior and peer pressure.
NYC parents
fromsilive
1 month ago

These Staten Island teens traveled to Albany to speak out against tobacco use | In Class column

Youth engage in advocacy to combat tobacco marketing targeting minors.
Tobacco use remains a significant public health issue in Staten Island.
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Violet Affleck details heated argument with mom Jennifer Garner in hotel room

I spent the January fires in Los Angeles arguing with my mom in a hotel room.
Parenting
Miami Dolphins
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Legendary Dolphins receiver Nat Moore honored with eponymous street near his alma mater

Nat Moore's contributions to the Miami Dolphins and community were honored by naming a street after him, emphasizing education and youth advocacy.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed anti-trans student-athlete bill

This legislation specifically targets transgender girls and women, preventing them from participating in sports that align with their gender identity, thereby raising concerns about discrimination.
LGBT
fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago

'We're fed up of our school peers vaping - so we're taking action'

Students at Cumberland Community School are actively campaigning against vaping, launching initiatives to raise awareness and proposing a vape amnesty.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
3 months ago

Opinion: How 800 Homes in Desirable Communities Could Disrupt a System-to -Homelessness Pipeline

Providing stable housing for youth aging out of foster care can significantly reduce homelessness and empower them towards better life outcomes.
OMG science
fromDefector
3 months ago

An Interview With A Fired NOAA Program Analyst | Defector

Madyson Miller's journey from a struggling student to a key player in ocean policy highlights the importance of mentorship and pursuing interdisciplinary opportunities.
fromCity Limits
3 months ago

Opinion: If You Want to Lead NYC, Start By Listening to Us

Youth voices are often excluded from important decisions affecting their future.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California law gives youth with criminal records a clean slate. Does it also prevent oversight of juvenile detention?

"The goal is to provide a clean slate when they later apply for jobs, loans or housing."
Law
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Parents don't stop fighting for their LGBTQ+ kids

Discriminatory policies targeting LGBTQ+ youth in Florida pose significant challenges, but parents and allies continue to fight for their rights and expression.
NYC LGBT
fromTime Out New York
4 months ago

March On: How to support women's rights with Girls for Gender Equity NYC

Girls for Gender Equity NYC empowers Black girls and gender-expansive youth through advocacy, education, and transformative programs for gender and racial justice.
NYC LGBT
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Some Hospitals Canceled Care for Trans Youth Despite Judge Blocking Trump Order

Trans youth face significant setbacks due to compliance with executive orders restricting gender-affirming care and DEI programs despite ongoing legal challenges.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 months ago

Dialing in: Brooklyn-based start-up Good Call uses tech to ensure legal support at arrest * Brooklyn Paper

Jelani Anglin founded Good Call NYC to provide immediate legal representation for individuals facing arrest, particularly young Black men.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Youth Advocacy for Mental Health and Wellbeing

Mental health advocacy has made significant progress, but further work is necessary to overcome stigma and support youth involvement.
Youth and experienced advocates can collaborate to enhance mental health initiatives and address ongoing challenges.
more#mental-health
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Dublin girl with rare skin disease excited to go to secondary school

It's an enormous milestone in any child's life, starting secondary school, let alone for someone living with EB.
Education
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Octogenarian Who Shot Teen in Kansas City Dies Days After Pleading Guilty

The death of Andrew D. Lester does not equate to justice for Ralph Yarl, who suffered from a life-altering shooting.
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