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...Because THEY are the experts.
THEY are able to provide authentic insights into the concerns, ideas, and preferences of their generation.
THEY can make a difference.
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Yes yes yes! We are having some amazing and challenging conversations related to boundaries and concerns re: COVID right now (and likely for awhile longer). The idea that these new communications skills can transfer to sexual health is brilliant!
https://powertodecide.org/news/using-covid-communication-skills-talk-about-sexual-health
PATCH Wisconsin is hiring another new staff member!!! Do you (or does someone you know) just love working with youth? Care deeply about their social, emotional, and mental health? Want to help them develop advocacy skills to ensure their voices are heard? Think maybe you'd enjoy working with the BEST coworkers around!? Apply today at www.wipatch.org/workwithus
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PATCH stands for Providers and Teens Communicating for Health. We believe that for YOU (and other teens) to be your best self, you should be able to have open and honest conversations with a trusted health care provider. But for many, this often isn't the case. That's why PATCH exists! We want to...
OPPORTUNITY FOR WISCONSIN YOUTH!!!![]()
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The Wisconsin Office of Children's Mental Health is committed to hearing from youth about what matters to them! On July 29, 2021 we are hosting an online Youth Listening Session to gather thoughts, concerns, and ideas from young people from across Wisconsin. This event has been planned by Wisconsin youth and we invite you to share this opportunity with the youth in your network. ![]()
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The theme for this session is intersectionality. Specifically, we want to hear from youth ages 13 – 26 whose identities such as race, class, gender, and sexual orientation overlap and interconnect. Below you will find details about the session and attached is a flyer for you to share.![]()
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RSVP: www.surveygizmo.com/s3/6379538/Youth-Mental-Health-Leadership-Opportunities![]()
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Youth who attend will receive an E-gift card for their participation.