PLEASE WATCH THIS!
This 40 second video has the potential to do more for the children's rights movement than all those mostly useless high cost conferences where policy wonks go to ponder and eat muffins. It's brutal, compelling and it's real. Thanks to the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children for "getting it right."
Stop the Stigma
Read this inspiring Globe & Mail article about a special awards program and the accomplishments of young people working to reduce violence in all its forms.
Brilliant United Way Video
Please take three minutes to check out this inspirational video from the United Way of Lower Mainland. One of the very best, if not the best U.W. video in many a year!
United Way Video (2)
And if you like the previous one, then you will find this video compelling and at times funny. They are obviously doing good work at the U.W. of Lower Mainland.
Where Are You?
This is brilliant slam poetry with accompanying video - Check out other youth videos while at the site.
School Expulsions "at the Drop of a Hat"
Twelve year old handcuffed and arrested for doodling raises concerns about zero tolerance.
"Smile though your heart is aching"... Written by Charles Chaplin
Did you know your smile can be a predictor of how long you'll live - and that a simple smile has a measurable effect on your overall well-being? A fascinating video that will make you smile.
Dog and Stick!
Watch the dog trying to get a 'stranger' to throw a stick for him. Funny!
Something somewhere is waiting to be known...
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
This Week's Buzz
Dear 16 Year Old Me
This short film features real Canadians and Americans whose lives have been touched by melanoma. These are not actors. An important lesson for youth...for us all! Please watch.
Talking to Teens about Suicide and Depression
How to protect your child from sad news about teen suicide? Don't
Teen Brain Less Discerning of Threat vs. Safety, More Vulnerable to Stress
Teen brains rely on early-maturing brain structures that process fear differently than adult brains, according to an NIMH-funded study. As a result, teens may have more difficulty than adults in differentiating between danger and safety, leading to more pervasive stress and anxiety.
Some People Have all the...
The world's luckiest man.
Recommended Item: Phoebe Prince Suicide: What can be Done About Bullying?
Five teens charged with bullying that contributed to the suicide of Phoebe Prince accepted plea deals this week, ending the long court-proceedings and offering Prince's family some closure. Excellent item including video of excerpts of testimony given by Phoebe's Mom.
ReachOut.com
ReachOut.com has just released a list of recommended YA fiction dealing with the serious issues that many teens today face. Their goal is to promote positive mental health and build awareness of Reachout.com as a resource for teen and young adult readers of popular YA ficton. It's an excellent resource for youth and professionals.
For Autistic Children, Brain Size is Bigger
Children with autism have slightly bigger brains than children without autism by age 2, research has shown. And a new study has found that, though the enlargement continues, the increased growth does not.
This short film features real Canadians and Americans whose lives have been touched by melanoma. These are not actors. An important lesson for youth...for us all! Please watch.
Talking to Teens about Suicide and Depression
How to protect your child from sad news about teen suicide? Don't
Teen Brain Less Discerning of Threat vs. Safety, More Vulnerable to Stress
Teen brains rely on early-maturing brain structures that process fear differently than adult brains, according to an NIMH-funded study. As a result, teens may have more difficulty than adults in differentiating between danger and safety, leading to more pervasive stress and anxiety.
Some People Have all the...
The world's luckiest man.
Recommended Item: Phoebe Prince Suicide: What can be Done About Bullying?
Five teens charged with bullying that contributed to the suicide of Phoebe Prince accepted plea deals this week, ending the long court-proceedings and offering Prince's family some closure. Excellent item including video of excerpts of testimony given by Phoebe's Mom.
ReachOut.com
ReachOut.com has just released a list of recommended YA fiction dealing with the serious issues that many teens today face. Their goal is to promote positive mental health and build awareness of Reachout.com as a resource for teen and young adult readers of popular YA ficton. It's an excellent resource for youth and professionals.
For Autistic Children, Brain Size is Bigger
Children with autism have slightly bigger brains than children without autism by age 2, research has shown. And a new study has found that, though the enlargement continues, the increased growth does not.
Friday, April 29, 2011
The 'Royal' Buzz
UK Report about Young People's Views on Poverty
A report published in the UK in March 2011 details findings about young people's understanding of what it means to be poor.
Child and Youth Mental Health Matters
Three conferences in One: First National Parental Mental Health Conference, First International Young Carers Congress, Third International World Congress on Children of Parents with Mental Illness
May 6 -8, 2012 - The Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites - Vancouver
Duck versus Dog
Duck wins!
Childhood Music Lessons Yield Lifelong Benefits for the Brain
A study of seventy healthy adults ages sixty to eighty-three with various levels of music education starting around the age of ten showed impressive differences in brain functioning far later in life than any other research has previously shown.
Awful Cyberbullying Video
Positively the worst PSA about cyberbullying and Mean Girls and it comes courtesy of the American Bar Association. Bad acting, terrible script...no redeeming value!
Child Abuse May Change Brain
Canadian researchers report that sexual or emotional abuse in childhood increases the risk of depression in teens by altering a person's response to stress. Is anyone surprised?
Three Things I Learned While my Plane Crashed
"He had a front-row seat on Flight 1549 as it crash-landed in the Hudson River. What went through his mind as the plan went down?"
The trouble with being poor is that it takes up all your time.
Willem de Kooning.........
The trouble with being rich is that it takes up everybody else's.
A report published in the UK in March 2011 details findings about young people's understanding of what it means to be poor.
Child and Youth Mental Health Matters
Three conferences in One: First National Parental Mental Health Conference, First International Young Carers Congress, Third International World Congress on Children of Parents with Mental Illness
May 6 -8, 2012 - The Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites - Vancouver
Duck versus Dog
Duck wins!
Childhood Music Lessons Yield Lifelong Benefits for the Brain
A study of seventy healthy adults ages sixty to eighty-three with various levels of music education starting around the age of ten showed impressive differences in brain functioning far later in life than any other research has previously shown.
Awful Cyberbullying Video
Positively the worst PSA about cyberbullying and Mean Girls and it comes courtesy of the American Bar Association. Bad acting, terrible script...no redeeming value!
Child Abuse May Change Brain
Canadian researchers report that sexual or emotional abuse in childhood increases the risk of depression in teens by altering a person's response to stress. Is anyone surprised?
Three Things I Learned While my Plane Crashed
"He had a front-row seat on Flight 1549 as it crash-landed in the Hudson River. What went through his mind as the plan went down?"
The trouble with being poor is that it takes up all your time.
Willem de Kooning.........
The trouble with being rich is that it takes up everybody else's.
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Buzz on April 24th
Teachers Worried as Girls Go Top of the Class for Cyber-Bullying
The survey of 859 teachers in both primary and secondary schools said girls' misbehaviour centred on isolating fellow pupils from a friendship group, spreading rumours and making snide comments.
Evian's Cool New Dancing Baby Ad
Dancing babies have long been a big part Evian's marketing, and with good reason: humans are basically genetically programmed to love babies.
Sexism, What About the Children?!
From Macleans - Why are we dressing our daughters like skanks? Eight-year-olds in fishnets, padded "braletts" and thong panties: Welcome to the Junior Miss version of raunch culture.
Charlie
You have probably watched this before but we recommend it time and time again.
And Then You Have...
Why do we lose the capacity to laugh like this?
And For the Beluga's out There...
Raffi urges young adults TO VOTE on May 2!!
The survey of 859 teachers in both primary and secondary schools said girls' misbehaviour centred on isolating fellow pupils from a friendship group, spreading rumours and making snide comments.
Evian's Cool New Dancing Baby Ad
Dancing babies have long been a big part Evian's marketing, and with good reason: humans are basically genetically programmed to love babies.
Sexism, What About the Children?!
From Macleans - Why are we dressing our daughters like skanks? Eight-year-olds in fishnets, padded "braletts" and thong panties: Welcome to the Junior Miss version of raunch culture.
Charlie
You have probably watched this before but we recommend it time and time again.
And Then You Have...
Why do we lose the capacity to laugh like this?
And For the Beluga's out There...
Raffi urges young adults TO VOTE on May 2!!
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Buzz for April 19th
New Video: I Want to Hold Your Hand
Recommended: A new video from a recent Irish campaign against the bullying of gay students.
New Website: 24 Hour Cribside Assistance
We invite you to check out this wonderful new site for Dads - and we would argue for Moms too! This site is Canadian, attractive to look at, easy to navigate and full of rich information. We love it!
Youth Advocate and Political Involvement
Connor Brantley is the teen founder of United Now, a political organization committed to ending partisanship on all levels of government. Hear him speak.
Children and the 2011 Federal Election
Our friends at the Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children are urging Canadians to voice and vote to support the rights of children in Canada. The attached fact sheet provides helpful information.
Article: How Not to Prevent Bullying
Two new anti-bullying videos that might do more harm than good.
7-Year Gets Plastic Surgery to Prevent Bullying
The number of teens and children getting plastic surgery has gone up 30 percent over the last decade, with more and more young people resorting to operations in order to avoid bullying.
The Missing Link
We apologize for the missing link last week - Click here to see the amazing UBC video!
Recommended: A new video from a recent Irish campaign against the bullying of gay students.
New Website: 24 Hour Cribside Assistance
We invite you to check out this wonderful new site for Dads - and we would argue for Moms too! This site is Canadian, attractive to look at, easy to navigate and full of rich information. We love it!
Youth Advocate and Political Involvement
Connor Brantley is the teen founder of United Now, a political organization committed to ending partisanship on all levels of government. Hear him speak.
Children and the 2011 Federal Election
Our friends at the Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children are urging Canadians to voice and vote to support the rights of children in Canada. The attached fact sheet provides helpful information.
Article: How Not to Prevent Bullying
Two new anti-bullying videos that might do more harm than good.
7-Year Gets Plastic Surgery to Prevent Bullying
The number of teens and children getting plastic surgery has gone up 30 percent over the last decade, with more and more young people resorting to operations in order to avoid bullying.
The Missing Link
We apologize for the missing link last week - Click here to see the amazing UBC video!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Buzz for April 12 2011
UBC Students Shine
On Saturday March 26, 2011 the students at UBC got together and created this totally brilliant, creative masterpiece. Andrew Cohen is a genius. Watch it to the bitter end. We are in awe!
Adolescents Use Condoms More Than Adults
The message of safe sex appears to be reaching teens.
Ricks Rant
The Rick Mercer Report for March 29, 2011
Let's Talk About Sex
"Whether you have children, teach children or are around children at all...this movie is a must-see." - Hugh Jackman. Visit this site, see the trailer and learn more.
The Power of Sports
This video is all about a special youth and the power of sports...and did we mention inspiration?
Students Need to Vote
The Canadian Alliance of Student Associations want you, in a video of 1-2 minutes, to tell Canadians why you think it is important that young people of Canada vote. Go to their website to find out more and to hear from Strombo.
How Parliment Would Look if Only Youth Voted
Infographic braking down Canada's youth vote.
Teen-Line
This site has been running for over 30 years. They handle 10 000 calls a year. Fully operated by youth!
Tucker Performs
This is some of the finest vocals we have heard in a long, long time. The piano isn't bad either.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Buzz on April 5th
Quarter of Kids Have Mental Health Woes
In excess of one in four students in the Thames Valley District school board suffers from mental health issues - most strongly linked to bullying - this according to a recent study.
A Strong Cry Out
An 8th grader at Connecticut Middle School posts a video on YouTube about the nasty things said to her.
Research: "On Call all Night Leaves Teens Tired Out"
Children who text late into the night do not fall asleep as well as those who don't and they don't enter the deep sleep of Stage 4 REM sleep according to new research.
Youth Film Competition
The global film compeition 'Faith Shorts' aims to give young people under age 18 the opportunity to express what their faith means to them in their words and take this to the global stage by winning the chance to see their film premiered at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.
Gallop International Youth Poll
Very interesting! "If you would like to move permanently to another country, to which country would you like to move?" - Info-graphic.
Update from Raffi
Get the latest about Raffi's global movement that views honouring children as the best way to create sustainable, peacemaking societies.
In excess of one in four students in the Thames Valley District school board suffers from mental health issues - most strongly linked to bullying - this according to a recent study.
A Strong Cry Out
An 8th grader at Connecticut Middle School posts a video on YouTube about the nasty things said to her.
Research: "On Call all Night Leaves Teens Tired Out"
Children who text late into the night do not fall asleep as well as those who don't and they don't enter the deep sleep of Stage 4 REM sleep according to new research.
Youth Film Competition
The global film compeition 'Faith Shorts' aims to give young people under age 18 the opportunity to express what their faith means to them in their words and take this to the global stage by winning the chance to see their film premiered at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.
Gallop International Youth Poll
Very interesting! "If you would like to move permanently to another country, to which country would you like to move?" - Info-graphic.
Update from Raffi
Get the latest about Raffi's global movement that views honouring children as the best way to create sustainable, peacemaking societies.
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