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11/08/2023

11/08/2023

🌟✨ Calling all champions of adolescent health! ✨🌟

We are excited to announce that Fact Forward is accepting proposals for sessions at Summer Institute 2024: 30 Years of Empowering Youth. Celebrating progress, Inspiring Action. Summer Institute takes place June 11-13, 2024, in Charleston, SC.

If you have innovative ideas, transformative programs, research findings, or a passion for advancing , we want to hear from you!

To submit your proposal and make a difference, click this link: https://factforward.info/SIProposals24. Let's work towards a future where all youth and young adults have the opportunity of a healthy, bright, self-determined future.

11/08/2023

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11/04/2023

We are excited to announce that READYMarion is coming soon! The READYMarion program provides paid work-based learning opportunities for juniors and seniors in Marion County! Interested students can complete an application and be matched with job opportunities in the county. This is made possible by a generous grant from NextGen Youth Services, sponsored by the P*e Dee Council of Governments. Get ready, Marion County—the future is here!

11/02/2023

"November brings a whirlwind of change, reminding us that growth often comes from embracing the unknown."

10/31/2023

Creeping it real on this haunted holiday - Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!

10/31/2023

is ending however it is always important to ensure teens in your life have trusted adults around for the "tough talks".

From Fact Forward:

"Talking about s*x, relationships, and STDs can be uncomfortable for anyone. But you can encourage young people in your life to ask you questions and be prepared to give honest answers! This keeps the door open for both of you to bring up the topic. "

10/31/2023

This Halloween🎃, take steps toward conquering the fear👻 of the unknown to unlock new opportunities for growth!

10/27/2023

10/27/2023

Adults know that having “the talk” about s*x, HIV, STD, and pregnancy prevention is important. We forget that having a series of discussions that begin early, happen often, and continue over time can make more of a difference than a single conversation. Learn more: https://www.factforward.org/resources/parents.

10/27/2023

LGBTQ youth experience stigma and discrimination that increase their risk for poor mental health and risky s*xual behaviors. Quality s*xual health education, access to health care services, and safe and supportive environments can help all youth thrive. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/disparities/index.htm.