The rise of such activism speaks to a proverb that circulates online: “A blind person who sees is better than a seeing person who is blind.” Putting the weight of advocacy on the shoulders of social media runs the risk…
Whether it’s changing jobs, changing gyms or trying a new hobby, it seems we humans all have one thing in common: we are constantly in pursuit of a challenge. Something that will ignite a spark in us. Whether that spark…
Every December, for 25 years, supporters across the globe write millions of letters, cards and tweets, and sign petitions for those whose basic human rights are being attacked. These supporters form a vibrant community of people like you, continuing a long…
It’s almost that time of year again—yep, Christmas. And oh, there are so many distractions to look forward to: Sermons, posters, bumper stickers, and Facebook memes remind us, year after year, that we’re supposed to remember the “reason for…
Youth Great Southern has committed almost $700,000 in funding to two Albany youth organisations over the next two years, aiming to invest in local teams working to keep young people supported and engaged. Youth Great Southern has committed almost $700,000 in funding…
A phone call can feel uncomfortable when someone expects to be judged. Adult children who distance themselves from parents often describe feeling unsupported or unaccepted. The image of a call as a performance review is a metaphor, however, not an…
Working as a counselor at one of seven For the Strength of Youth (FSY) Conferences sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across Canada this past August, Lucas Siakaluk noticed the spiritual benefit of his simple interactions…
“DON’T you dare call me resilient!” These heated words, expressed by a young woman who is not in employment, education or training (Neet), point to a growing resistance to ‘resilience’ among youth with high levels of experience of vulnerability. And…
“After midnight, we’re going to let it all hang down.” — Eric Clapton (1970) According to a study cited by the New York Post, in 2026 all that hangs down is the tubing on your CPAP machine. Yes, the social butterflies are crawling…
We often think of intelligence as a fixed trait: you’ve either got it, or you don’t. In reality, it's not that simple, and there are different types of intelligence that impact different parts of our lives. People who are blessed…
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