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Black Girls Rock! is Now Accepting Applications for its 2013 Youth Enrichment Program!

12/19/2012
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Black Girls Rock, a non-profit organization that mentors and empowers young women, is now accepting applications for its 2013 youth enrichment program. If you’ve never heard of Black Girls Rock!, or missed their awards show (which aired on BET last month) which honored positive black women in entertainment, check some show highlights out here.

BlackGirlsRock, Inc.

Black girls rocking | http://www.blackgirlsrockinc.com

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit youth empowerment and mentoring organization. The youth enrichment programs at BLACK GIRLS ROCK! empower young women through dynamic art and culture based workshops and  also encourage positive identity development, strong life skills, cultural investigation, critical thinking, and academic enrichment. Read more about the program here.

For admission into the youth enrichment program, candidates must complete a competitive application process beginning with the submission of their application form.

In order to download the application, please visit the website. Please review the eligibility requirements, terms, and conditions  before proceeding with the application and feel free to contact us at the BLACK GIRLS ROCK! office if you have any questions or concerns.

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October is National Bullying Prevention Month ~ Wear Orange on the 10th in Support

10/09/2012
Bullying, Events, Health, Issues, Local, Resources, Self-Esteem
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October is (among a million other things) Anti-Bullying Awareness Month. What started out as a week-long event back in 2006, sponsored by an organization called Pacer, has grown over the years to a month-long recognition and tomorrow is Unity Day.

What’s Unity Day? I’m glad you asked- basically you wear orange (t-shirt, ribbon, bracelet, shoes, whatever) to show that you recognize and support the cause. Oh, and it’s probably a good idea not to bully anyone while doing it. Not only because it’s mean and hurtful, but also because New York has Anti-Bullying laws in place to try to help protect students.

I saw this PSA on youtube that I thought was pretty decent and I thought I’d pass it along. It’s an entire 60 seconds long. Please watch it. Be safe out there and be kind to one another. If you can’t be kind, don’t be cruel.

If you need some help, or know someone who needs help, ask for it. There are people and places and websites out there to try to make this thing called growing up a little easier.

Teen Dating Violence: Get Help

11/08/2009
Dating Violence, Issues, Resources, Staying Safe
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In New York City, Day One can help.

Step Three:  Get Help for Yourself

Comprehensive Services for Youth Experiencing Dating Abuse

If you are 14-22 years old and a survivor of abuse, combines therapeutic counseling and legal services are available to you at no fee.

Day One Offers:

  • support groups
  • individual and group counseling

Day One Can:

  • help you navigate the criminal courts system
  • accompany you to the police precinct to file a report
  • work with your school & the Department of Education for a school transfer
  • help you access public assistance, housing, immigration & other support services
  • represent you in family court for orders of protection, custody & visitation, and child support

Call Day One to meet with an attorney and a counselor who will help you make safe choices in and out of your relationship. The phone number is: 1-800-214-4150/ 212-566-8120

The office is located in a confidential location in downtown Manhattan and provides free metrocards for youth traveling to Day One’s office. Also, Hablan Espanol.

And, additional information from the Brooklyn DA’s office: “You are not alone! Tell a friend or adlt that you trust. Don’t be afraid to report abuse. Silence is the most dangerous issue in dating violence.”

Here is a list of additional resources:

  • Brooklyn Family Justice Center– Provides civil legal assistance, counseling, emergency support, spiritual counseling, and information about housing and public assistance for domestic violence victims. Walk-in hours are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. 350 Jay Street, 15th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201
  • STEPS to End Family Violence– Provides counseling and education for teens who abused, legal assistance and court advocacy for incarcerated women who have been abused. Ph: 646-315-7600; 212-410-4200
  • The Door– Comprehensive services for youth 12-21. Services include counseling, GED instruction, job and internship placement services, art therapy, legal services, health center, creative and performing arts center. Make an appointment or walk-in Monday-Friday (2-5) or Wednesday (2-7). Enter at 555 Broome Street, 121 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10013. Ph: 212-941-9090
  • The Safe Space- A project of Break the Cycle, Safe Space can help you get involved in bringing awareness about teen dating and domestic violence to your community.  Ph: 1-888-988-TEEN
  • CAMBA– A comprehensive care community care agency with specific  programs for victims of violence and youth, including legal services, counseling, and work force development. 885 Flatbush Avenue, 3rd Fl. Brooklyn, NY 11226. Ph: 718-282-5575
  • St. Luke’s Hospital Crime Victims Treatment Center– Offers crisis intervention and individual and group counseling as well as other services. 411 W.114th St., New York, NY 10025. Ph: 212-523-4728
  • NYC Gay & Lesbian Anti-Violence Program (AVP)– Provides counseling, advocacy, and support for the lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual, and HIV affected communities of NYC who have been impacted by violence and crime. Ph: 212-714-1141 (24-hour hotline)
  • Center for Family Life– Provides comprehensive services on behalf of youth and families, including counseling, employment support, and advocacy. Ph: 718-788-3500
  • Planned Parenthood of NYC– Family Planning, STD/HIV Testing, Gynecological services. Services available for men also. Walk-ins welcome for Pregnancy Testing and Emergency Contraception. Various locations. Appointment line: 1-800-230-PLAN
  • Break Free Adolescent Services– Services Adolescents ages 12-17 1/2) in English, Spanish and Russian. Break-Free provides weekly individual and family therapy for teens with academic programs, family conflict, truancy and other social or emotional disorders. 2020 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11223. Ph: 718.676.4280
  • Dr. White Community Center- Catholic Charities, Diocese of Brooklyn- Offers various programs including after school and a youth employment program- services are free. 200 Gold Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Ph: 718-875-8801
  • Children’s Aid Society, Family Wellness Program– Offers group and individual counseling for teens who have been affected by family violence and/or who are being abused in an intimate relationship. Also offered are educational workshops and peer leadership groups for teens. Services for younger children, adult women and adult men are also offered. Services are offered in several Children’s Aid Society sites in Manhattan and the Bronx. Ph: 212-949-4800
  • Barrier Free Living– Serves disabled clients who are experiencing or have previously experienced domestic violence, and their children who have witnessed abuse. They provide information and referral services, individual and group counseling, psychotherapy, psychiatric services, occupational therapy, and advocacy services. Ph: 212-533-4358
  • LawHelp/NY– An online resource for low-income New Yorkers seeking pro bono legal assistance.  Find help on issues such as housing, family & juvenile, identity theft, taxes, consumer, public benefits, health and more!  Featuring thousands of resources in over 39 languages, an instructional video and a mirror site in Spanish.  Free trainings available.  Visit LawHelp.org/NY for more information.
  • NYC Domestic Violence Hotline Ph: 1-800-621-HOPE 24 hours per day/7 days per week
  • NYS Domestic Violence Hotline Ph: 1-800-942-6906 24 hours per day/7 days per week
  • Youthline Ph: 1-800-246-4646 Monday-Friday 9am-9pm; Weekends Noon-8pm
  • National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline Ph: 1-866-331-9474
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline Ph: 1-800-799-SAFE
  • Covenant House’s 9 Line– The 9 Line is a general hotline for teenagers. Covenant House specializes in providing temporary housing and assistance to runaway and homeless youth. Ph: 1-800-999-9999