Celebrating LGBTQ History Month: A Colorful Journey Through Time
Welcome to October, a month where the leaves change, the air gets a bit crisper, and the world shines a little brighter with rainbow colors! Yes, it’s LGBTQ History Month!…
Best Colleges Presents: Misconceptions and Myths About the LGBTQ+ Community
The information below is provided by Best Colleges. LGBTQ+ people are frequently misunderstood and misrepresented in popular culture and media. Mischaracterizations contribute further to their marginalization by much of the…
How to Be an Ally for LGBTQ+ Youth
Here are five ways to let LGBTQ+ youth know you support them! Be a Listener. Although we’re progressing as a community, many LGBTQ+ teens may feel out of place. If…
A Discussion on Mentoring and Financial Wellness for Youth Aging Out of the System
Mentorship can play a critical role in preparing transition-age youth for adulthood. According to the University of Chicago’s Chapin Center, by age 26, 36% of young people who ‘aged out’ of foster…
Sharing Our Year in Review: A Strong Year of Kinship as a Culture of Learning
Through over 30 years of knowledge building for an effective kin-first culture, we know that kinship care work must include the kinship triad (the child, birth parent, and caregiver). In reflecting over…
Mental Health Resources for Black, Indigenous and Other People of Color
While there is no doubt that mental health issues impact everyone in all communities, BIPOC are under-treated in the mental health field. However, there are several growing resources tailored to…