Youth Advocacy
Youth Advocacy
Year 3, Week 09 (163 total reports)
21.06.2023-27.06.2023
REVIEW and ANNOUNCEMENTS
Diversity and freedom of choice are being branded as Anti-American by Far Right authoritarians creating their own fear-based plots in democracies around the world. At stake; the lives of many young people.
This Week’s Top Links
27.06.2023
Attacks on queer & trans rights are a dire sign for democracy
https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2023/06/attacks-on-queer-trans-rights-are-a-dire-sign-for-democracy/
If we looked at the high rates of suicide among LGBTQ+ youth, we might begin to see that the MAGA Right’s focus on destroying WOKE and attacking laws protecting decisions made by trans youth, their parents and medical professionals is akin to child abuse. It is not hyperbole when Montana Representative Zooey Zephyr says her colleagues voting for laws restricting gender-affirming care have blood on their hands. Legally attacking freedom of choice is not the “American Way,” nor is it patriotic. It is authoritarian and a tactic used historically by multiple dictators in creating the fear that brought them to power.
26.06.2023
It doesn’t matter if a girl identified as a cat (she didn’t). The issue is how post-truth politics exploits it
https://apple.news/AtTrz1hy1RgGFpouYC6pvQg
This article nails the real problem in politics and the media today, the exploitation of conspiracy theories, one politician (Robert Kennedy, Jr.) is building his entire platform on promoting conspiracy-based fears. It’s clear that his pseudo-run for president is a right-wing GOP effort to divide the Democratic vote. Like many MAGA Republicans and the GOP, they have no platform beyond the promotion of fear and scarcity. Their intent is not to govern, but to divide and destroy democracy for autocrats.
25.06.2023
Disbelief, anger among relatives of Greek shipwreck victims as millions spent on Titan rescue effort
https://apple.news/AhBhABjxlSmOE52BR_J0z7A
I would be remiss this week, if I didn’t include something about the Greek Shipwreck that claimed over 80 lives and all the the women and children on board. The lack of resources and media attention as the media focused on the tragedy of the Titan Submersible. No doubt both are tragic. But the lack of attention and resources committed to solving the Immigration issue around the globe is a clear sign of injustice.
24.06.2023
How "Cognitive Defusion" Can Help With Anxiety
The concept behind this article became the “discussion of the week” between my wife and I at our little Yucatan home, Casa Contenta. We thought of the power of Cognitive Defusion for the many friends we have suffering from anxiety. Perhaps your family (or staff) can discuss this concept and brainstorm about ways to help people who are anxious implement mechanisms of cognitive defusion.
23.06.2023
'Anti-Dopamine Parenting' Can Reduce Or Redirect Kids' Cravings
https://www.scarymommy.com/parenting/anti-dopamine-parenting
This concept, Anti-Dopamine Parenting,” is currently in the news a great deal as researchers examine the draw of eDevices and Social Media. Adults and children in our society seem to be addicted to racing from one dopamine releasing event to another with no room for breathing in between. Until we discern the impact of dopamine addiction in our own lives and its impact on our behaviors, we certainly cannot co-regulate the rush our children feel when they chase after sugar highs or social media “likes.”
22.06.2023
In Montana, 16 young Americans are fighting for their environmental rights
Montana is one of three states (Montana, New York and Pennsylvania) that have a Constitutional right for Environmental Protection, in fact it states, “Article IX -- ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES. Section 1. Protection and improvement. (1) The state and each person shall maintain and improve a clean and healthful environment in Montana for present and future generations.” The 16 young people in this story, are focused on forcing their State Legislators to attend to this State-Granted Right as Montana plots its future energy plans.
21.06.2023
4 Charts That Explain How People Slide Into Homelessness
https://apple.news/Asqff3JvSRcGnel4nRRuT8Q
The slide into homelessness is a tragedy, but it is not a mystery. This article helps us understand the precursors to homelessness in a majority of situations and how compassionate groups can work to prevent the “slide.”
This Week’s Links
27.06.2023
Attacks on queer & trans rights are a dire sign for democracy
https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2023/06/attacks-on-queer-trans-rights-are-a-dire-sign-for-democracy/
Disbelief, anger among relatives of Greek shipwreck victims as millions spent on Titan rescue effort
https://apple.news/AhBhABjxlSmOE52BR_J0z7A
Small Ways Leaders Can Build Schools Where Everyone Feels Like They Belong
What is racial battle fatigue? A school psychologist explains
An Age-By-Age Guide to Talking to Kids About Race
https://lifehacker.com/an-age-by-age-guide-to-talking-to-kids-about-race-1850460959
Just Action: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law
Is Your Child Overstimulated? Here's What to Do.
https://www.parents.com/overstimulation-in-kids-how-to-deal-with-sensory-overload-7550046
26.06.2023
It doesn’t matter if a girl identified as a cat (she didn’t). The issue is how post-truth politics exploits it
https://apple.news/AtTrz1hy1RgGFpouYC6pvQg
This Church Is Going Viral For Their Openness And Their Sign Game Is Epic (96 New Pics) Interview
https://www.boredpanda.com/clever-signs-clackamas-united-church-of-christ/
Why are so many young people cutting off their parents?
https://apple.news/Aj-gAYbdnRwa1HTelwIG25g
‘Phubbing’ is harming our closest relationships – here’s why and how
https://apple.news/AFPF6Qkp7QOadmJNtkGNZPg
25.06.2023
Disbelief, anger among relatives of Greek shipwreck victims as millions spent on Titan rescue effort
https://apple.news/AhBhABjxlSmOE52BR_J0z7A
Barack Obama shares the No. 1 tactic he uses to maintain a positive mindset
https://apple.news/A6LCvl9GgTg-LlTGa2ufldQ
Conservative evangelicals boo Chris Christie after he delivers a speech on character that was rooted in biblical and Christian teaching
He walked away from his evangelical roots to escape feeling suffocated
https://apple.news/A5TXv224iRzCWkjfA7kIEVA
Putin Is Caught in His Own Trap
https://apple.news/A0awUHIkTSaGpcoeWy_jyYQ
24.06.2023
How "Cognitive Defusion" Can Help With Anxiety
What Teaching Is All About
https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/what-teaching-is-all-about/
23.06.2023
'Anti-Dopamine Parenting' Can Reduce Or Redirect Kids' Cravings
https://www.scarymommy.com/parenting/anti-dopamine-parenting
One year after Roe v. Wade’s reversal, warnings about abortion become reality
https://apple.news/AwHS6BmTSSWegtnrKNvwfLw
How to Use Music as a Powerful Tool to Help You Focus, According to a Harvard Neuroscientist
On Mindfulness: Finding Peace Within
https://thetaoist.online/on-mindfulness-finding-peace-within-7f0e15b8b3e9
22.06.2023
In Montana, 16 young Americans are fighting for their environmental rights
The 1 Thing Therapists Say Harms Your Happiness The Most
https://apple.news/AvvP02deDTZyrNCcRWlTysQ
Take on the World with These 10 Inspiring Books
https://nextbigideaclub.com/magazine/take-world-10-inspiring-books/43274/
The "alpha male" myth, debunked
https://bigthink.com/series/legends/alpha-male-myth/
Mom goes viral for creating 'How To Be A Person' summer camp—because it's genius
https://www.mother.ly/news/viral-trending/how-to-be-a-person-camp/
21.06.2023
4 Charts That Explain How People Slide Into Homelessness
https://apple.news/Asqff3JvSRcGnel4nRRuT8Q
6 strategies to manage conflict with emotional intelligence
https://bigthink.com/the-learning-curve/6-strategies-manage-conflict-emotional-intelligence/
How the ancient Greeks kept ruthless narcissists from capturing their democracy – and what modern politics could learn from them
Ron DeSantis wants to reshape Florida’s universities. It could lead to a massive ‘brain drain’