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, CHES December 14, 2023 This October, I attended the #HealthyTeen23 conference … Read More
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Welcome, Bianca!
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So Long, Farewell!
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, 2023 With much joy but also much sadness, last week, we gave our warmest wishes to our … Read More
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Welcome, Jerrica!
We’re excited to have Jerrica Davis join our Capacity Building department! December 1, 2023 Jerrica Davis, MPH, is a passionate public health professional with a commitment to improving the health and well-being of all adolescents through equity- and reproductive justice-centered … Read More
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Anti-Trans and Anti-LGBTQ Policies Threaten the Safety and Well-Being of Young People
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, 2023 It’s been almost four months since the Department of Education in my home … Read More
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Starting with Safe Spaces: The Value of Community Agreements
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, 2023 With Thrivology, creating trauma-informed and … Read More
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Welcome, Caro!
We’re excited to have Caro Hernandez join our Capacity Building department! September 29, 2023 We’re excited to have Caro Hernandez join Deb, Valerie, Sam, and Mackenzie in our Capacity Building department as a Project Coordinator. Caro brings nearly a decade … Read More
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Welcome, Arianna!
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Menstrual Dignity for Students Program to Receive 2023 Healthy Teen Network #StandingStrong Award
In recognition of the Program’s efforts to ensure all menstruating students have the opportunity for safe, dignified self-care September 13, 2023 Our nation’s young people face continued and escalating attacks on their sexual and reproductive health rights, driven by ideology … Read More
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Raphael House of Portland to Receive 2023 Healthy Teen Network Innovation Award
Raphael House of Portland engages their entire community in non-violent living through advocacy, education, and community outreach, and by providing a safe haven from domestic violence. September 13, 2023 The Innovation Award is near and dear to our hearts because … Read More
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Healthy Teen Network Awarded Innovation Grant
Through the Incubator Innovation Hub, teams will build their innovation capacity to create new solutions and approaches for adolescent health. September 1, 2023 For Immediate Release Baltimore, MD — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the … Read More
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Journey with Us to Take Care and Take Action at #HealthyTeen23
This line-up will cultivate healing and inspire and renew us in our work. We can’t wait for #HealthyTeen23! August 10, 2023 We are about 2 months away from heading to Portland for our annual conference. We are excited to see … Read More
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A Mind Flayer from Stranger Things? The Brooms from Fantasia?! No, Friends…It’s the Clitoris!
Tales from an impromptu poll among friends…and a challenge for you. By Mackenzie Piper, MPH, CHES August 3, 2023 Afew months ago, I was getting ready for a for a sex ed workshop with a group of adults. In preparation, … Read More
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Our Culture of Innovation
We push the boundaries of imagination to develop innovative approaches to adolescent health. This is how we create the space to do it. By Kaitlyn LaBonte, LMSW By Milagros Garrido, MS, PMP August 1, 2023 We live in a world … Read More
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Taking Time to Smell the Roses at #HealthyTeen23
From art and eats to the International Rose Test Garden, there’s plenty to explore in Portland! By Shanise Taylor July 24, 2023 Pack your bags and goods because we’re hitting the trail! The Oregon Trail! No, not really, but if … Read More
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Let’s Talk Inclusivity… in Birth Control!
We need to be mindful of our language to ensure that we’re reaching young people of all genders. By Vanessa Geffrard July 13, 2023 As health educators, it’s likely that we’ll teach a lesson, or answer questions about, birth control … Read More
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Welcome, Monique!
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Give Your Contraceptive Lessons a Refresh
Support your students to feel informed and in control of their health! By Allison Tomai Felsen June 23, 2023 As part of its efforts to bring the very best sexual health education to Maryland youth, True You Maryland, a program … Read More
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Welcome, Charlie Blue!
We’re excited to have Charlie Blue Brahm join our Innovation & Research Department! June 22, 2023 We’re excited to have Charlie Blue join Mila, Nick, Patricia, and Kaitlyn in our Innovation and Research department as a Design Researcher. Before … Read More
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Elevate Your Experience at #HealthyTeen23
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That Just Gave Me Goosebumps! The Artistry Behind an Immersive, Emotional Encounter with Banned Books
Nick and Patricia chat about creating an experiential art installation that transported conference-goers into a world of forbidden literature and reveal how you can be part of efforts this year By Nicholas Sufrinko By Patricia Natalie, MA June 6, 2023 … Read More
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Welcome, Kaitlyn!
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May Is National Sex Ed for All Month (2023)
Community Leaders, Parents, and Guardians Lend Their Voice to Promote #SexEdForAll May 3, 2023 For Immediate Release B altimore, MD — May is Sex Ed For All Month, a time community leaders, caring adults, and advocates call on local school … Read More
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STI Stigma Be Gone!
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Traveling to Portland for #HealthyTeen23? Start Planning Now
Getting to the west coast can be tricky, but luckily, I have some tips from my recent visit to share (especially for my fellow East Coast folks)! By Deborah Chilcoat, MEd March 30, 2023 So, you want to come to … Read More
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Bring Your Amazing Ideas and Work to #HealthyTeen23
How are you taking care and taking action in 2023? February 17, 2023 This one is for you—the caregivers, teachers, and changemakers who give it all for today’s youth and the generations yet to come. This one is for you—the … Read More
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Calling all Artists, Designers, Makers, Studios, and Collectives to #HealthyTeen23 in Portland, OR
You’re invited to submit an installation for this year’s conference in Portland, Oregon February 1, 2023 Healthy Teen Network is inviting artists, designers, makers, studios, and collectives to #HealthyTeen23. This year as we Take Care and Take Action, we’ll host … Read More
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Treat Yourself to Protection from HPV & HPV-related Cancers
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 Cowsert January 27, 2023 Irecently went in to get my annual flu shot … Read More
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Conversations Between Grandparents and Grandchildren: Love, Relationships, and Human Sexuality
Generation to generation, we can all learn from each other’s stories and experiences By Deborah Chilcoat, MEd January 13, 2023 I Googled “grandparents as sex educators” today. I wanted to write about the role grandparents play in educating their grandchildren about … Read More
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Supporting Youth Safety and Wellness in Sex Ed
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, 2023 Talking about sexuality in the classroom can be awkward! We’ve all been … Read More
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Talking to Your Dog about Sex: 5 Reasons to Prepare for Human Conversations with a More-Forgiving Furry Friend
If you are a dog parent, or ever had a loving pet in your life, you already know how responsive they are to our emotions. By Deborah Chilcoat, MEd December 15, 2022 As I was passing my pups laying on … Read More
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How the Dobbs Decision Affects Youth in Care and Recommendations for Providers
How a post-Roe world affects youth in care: some general thoughts and suggestions for practitioners and researchers. December 12, 2022 The United States has seen a dramatic reduction in the rates of both unintended pregnancy and childbearing among people of … Read More
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This Year, We’re Thankful for our Team
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Where the Wild Things Are: 5 Reasons to Embrace the Playful, Outrageous, and Make-Believe at Work
Why a fun, outside-of-the-box scheme might be just what your brand, product, or campaign needs. “That very night in Max’s room a forest grew and grew—and grew until his ceiling hung with vines and the walls became the world all … Read More
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Daring to Dream at #HealthyTeen22
Thank you for daring to dream with us in Miami! November 4, 2022 During our staff meeting before the conference, we asked everyone to share one thing they were excited about for this year’s conference. Every single person mentioned they … Read More