Social & Emotional Wellness Initiative

Social & Emotional Wellness Initiative Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for youth & families by educating, motivating, & provi

There's a difference between making space for someone and actively showing them they belong. 🫶Acceptance says "this is o...
06/11/2026

There's a difference between making space for someone and actively showing them they belong. 🫶

Acceptance says "this is okay."
Affirmation says "this is part of who you are, and it matters."

For the young people in your life, that difference can shape how safe they feel being themselves.

Save this as a reminder, and share it with someone who works with young people. 💛

🌟 Congrats to the team for completing SELA!⁠⁠SELA (Social & Emotional Learning for Adults) is a 5-part series that help...
06/10/2026

🌟 Congrats to the team for completing SELA!⁠
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SELA (Social & Emotional Learning for Adults) is a 5-part series that helps adults build the confidence, skills, and resilience to show up fully for themselves and the people they support.⁠
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Grateful for partners who walk the talk. 🌱⁠
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Interested in bringing SELA to your organization? Learn more: www.sewi.org/sela
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The words we use every day send a message about who belongs — even when we don't mean them to.These 4 language shifts ar...
06/09/2026

The words we use every day send a message about who belongs — even when we don't mean them to.

These 4 language shifts are small but they add up. Whether you're in a classroom, an after-school program, or just getting to know a young person, the way we phrase things matters.

Save this as a resource to share. 🫶

Pride looks different for everyone. For some it's loud and celebratory. For others it's quiet, private, still being figu...
06/08/2026

Pride looks different for everyone. For some it's loud and celebratory. For others it's quiet, private, still being figured out. However you're experiencing it this month, this is a reminder that your identity doesn't need to be earned, explained, or figured out to be valid.

Send this to someone who could use this reminder. 💛

Happy World Environment Day 🌍 Caring for the planet shows up in a lot of ways — how we use energy, what we buy, and how ...
06/05/2026

Happy World Environment Day 🌍 Caring for the planet shows up in a lot of ways — how we use energy, what we buy, and how present we are in the world around us.

No one can do it all, but small intentional choices add up. Save this as a reminder to start with one. 🌱

Every quarter, the SEWI team steps away from the work for some intentional team bonding time. Last month we tried candle...
06/03/2026

Every quarter, the SEWI team steps away from the work for some intentional team bonding time. Last month we tried candle making at and yes, some of us took it more seriously than others. 😄

Turns out trying something new is a good reminder to slow down, be present, and actually enjoy the people you're with. A team that fills its own cup can show up better for the communities we serve. 💛

Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 This month, we're celebrating every identity, every story, and every young person still finding the wo...
06/01/2026

Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 This month, we're celebrating every identity, every story, and every young person still finding the words for who they are. Feeling seen and affirmed makes a real difference, especially for LGBTQ+ youth. At SEWI, we're committed to building spaces where every young person feels safe, known, and supported in who they are.

Long-term stress and burnout can look similar from the outside, but they're not, and treating them the same way can keep...
05/28/2026

Long-term stress and burnout can look similar from the outside, but they're not, and treating them the same way can keep you stuck.

If we don't recognize the difference, it's easy to keep pushing through hoping rest will fix it. But burnout isn't solved by coping harder. It requires something to actually change.

➡️ Swipe through to learn the signs and get the support that actually fits. Save this as a resource to come back to.

A huge thank you to our 2025-2026 MSW interns! 🌟They showed up in classrooms, at community events, and in spaces where y...
05/27/2026

A huge thank you to our 2025-2026 MSW interns! 🌟

They showed up in classrooms, at community events, and in spaces where young people needed someone in their corner. They led trainings, built resources from scratch, and brought creativity and care to every setting they walked into. Together, they served 1,600+ youth this year and counting.

Watching this cohort grow has been one of the best parts of our year. We're so proud of each of them. 💚

If you'd like to help us do this again, our Mental Health Awareness Month fundraiser is open through the end of May. Every dollar goes toward free community programming. Link in bio.

"I'm fine" is often the easiest thing to say, and sometimes the least true.If you've been running on autopilot, carrying...
05/26/2026

"I'm fine" is often the easiest thing to say, and sometimes the least true.
If you've been running on autopilot, carrying more than you let on, or just feeling a little off lately, this one's for you. Save it for the next time you need a moment to check in with yourself.

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