Diversity Education Program Addresses Teen Concerns

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With prejudice and violence continuing to cause problems in schools and communities nationwide, studies show many young people have hate-related words used against them at school and are often exposed to hate-related graffiti.

While parents play a critical role in helping their children develop positive attitudes about diversity, they cannot do it alone. Community programs can have a significant impact.

Recently, Boys & Girls Clubs of America announced its national rollout of “Youth for Unity,” an interactive program designed to build the ability of local Boys & Girls Clubs to help young people better understand diversity and combat prejudice, bigotry and discrimination.

The program, available to some 4 million young people at more than 3,700 Boys & Girls Clubs locations, incorporates activities for youth, peer-leadership programs and resources for parents.

“Youth for Unity delivers perspectives and skills that will help youth adapt and thrive in a diverse society,” said Judith J. Pickens, senior vice president for program and youth development services for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. “The Youth...

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