Awareness to Action: Lead the Change
Workshops
Is It Really That Bad?” – Dependency and Effects of Vaping on the Body and Relationships
Facilitators:
- DeAndre McCoy, Arlington Public Schools
- Bella Hoecker, Student
- Krish and Bereket
Listen: Hear real stories and expert insights about the impact of vaping on your health and relationships.
Learn: Understand the physical, emotional, and social effects of vaping, and how it can influence your well-being
Lead: Empower yourself with the knowledge to make healthy choices and help others by leading conversations around vaping and its risks.
Body Image and Empowerment: Understanding Media’s Influence on Health and Self-Perception
Facilitators:
- Brigitte Sandoval, Rock Recovery
- Victoria Wendell, Rock Recovery
- Maysen and Lilly
Listen: Hear powerful insights from peers and experts about how the media shapes our views on body image and influences health choices, including the rise of steroid use.
Learn: Discover the impact of media on self-esteem and body image, and explore healthy, informed alternatives to media-driven standards.
Lead: Gain the knowledge and confidence to make empowered choices for your health and help others navigate the pressures of media influence with positivity and self-acceptance.
Mind, Body & Relationship: What Can Students Do?
Facilitators:
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Ashleigh Conrad, Girls on the Run NOVA
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Rezwana and Luisa
Listen: Hear from students who are balancing mental health, physical well-being, and healthy relationships, and how they manage it all.
Learn: Discover practical strategies for taking care of your mind and body, building strong relationships, and supporting each other.
Lead: Take the lead by creating supportive environments, advocating for mental health, and promoting healthy connections within your school and community.
Representation in Film: Empowerment & Role Models
Facilitator:
- Monique Bryant, Challenging Racism
- Marney and Nicole
Listen: Hear powerful stories about strong women in film and real-life role models who inspire change and empowerment.
Learn: Understand the impact of representation in media and how it shapes our identities, values, and aspirations.
Lead: Use your voice to advocate for diverse, authentic representation in media and inspire others to create meaningful change through media and storytelling.
Culturally Diverse Cuisines: A Healthy Future for Students and the Earth
Facilitators:
- Cheyenne Klapper, Student
- Janaire Hawkins, Senior Advisor
- Florida Avenue Grill
- Lilly and Olivia
Listen: Hear from students representing different cultural groups about the value of diverse cuisines and how food connects us to our heritage.
Learn: Discover the Healthy Future Students and Earth Act, and how it supports both our well-being and the planet through food diversity and sustainability.
Lead: Embrace and share the richness of cultural cuisines, while advocating for a healthier, more inclusive, and sustainable future for both students and the Earth.
Know Your Rights: Empowering Teens in School and Beyond
Facilitators:
- Bill Turner, Newton Turner PLLC and CYFA
- Ingri Guevara, CYFA
- Julia Mudry, Student
- Inaya
Listen: Hear from legal experts and peers about the rights you have as a student and community member, from free speech to privacy and beyond.
Learn: Understand key legal protections and rights within your school and community, including how to navigate challenges and advocate for yourself when necessary.
Lead: Empower yourself and others by standing up for your rights and creating a more informed, respectful environment in your school and community. Become a resource for others by sharing what you’ve learned about legal protections and how they apply to everyday situations.
Balancing Act: Managing Academic Pressure and Life Outside the Classroom
Facilitators:
- Gregory Baldwin, Alexandria Public Schools
- Dr. Denee Scott, Alexandria Public Schools
- Mya and Chetan
Listen: Hear from students, counselors, and educators about the challenges of balancing schoolwork, extracurriculars, and personal life, and how to navigate the pressures that come with it.
Learn: Discover strategies for managing stress, setting priorities, and creating a balanced schedule that works for you. Learn how to take care of your mental and physical well-being while excelling academically.
Lead: Take charge of your own balance by implementing the tools and techniques you’ve learned. Share your experiences and help others find ways to manage academic pressure in a healthy and productive way.
American Voices: Exploring Identity Through Art
Facilitators:
- Nekya Ball, Arlington Public Schools
- Jennifer and Ava
Listen: Hear diverse stories from individuals of different backgrounds as they share their personal experiences of what it means to be American. Through these stories, participants will understand the many ways identity is shaped by culture, community, and history.
Learn: Explore how art can express the complexities of identity, belonging, and cultural heritage. Participants will learn how different forms of creative expression—whether visual arts, music, or spoken word—can communicate personal and collective interpretations of being American.
Lead: Through art-making activities, participants will create their own works inspired by their unique experiences and understandings of what it means to belong to this country. By sharing creations, participants will foster discussions on unity, diversity, and the shared American experience, while developing leadership in expressing and understanding varied identities.
Productivity and Power: How Young People Can Drive Meaningful Change
Facilitators:
- Christine Lively, Fairfax County Public Schools and CYFA
- Noelle Boyd, Wilson Center
- Inaya and Biba
Listen: Hear from young change-makers who are taking action and making an impact in their communities.
Learn: Discover the tools and strategies that empower youth to harness their productivity and make powerful changes in society.
Lead: Step up to lead by turning your passion into action, inspiring others, and creating real change through collective youth power.
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