Love is respect – National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline

Did you know 1.5 million teens will experience abuse in their relationship this year? Get involved and do your part this month. Check out haveaheartcampaign.org for ideas and resources. Also be sure to check out their campaign video after the jump. Read more…

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Break the Cycle is in the running for a chance to win $250,000 in the Pepsi Refresh Challenge. They have submitted a campaign that seeks to empower young women to end dating violence across the United States.  If they win, they will use the money to reach out to selected Girl Scouts Councils and not only educate the participants to avoid abuse and create healthy realtionships, but train them to become peer leaders and spread the knowledge. Click here to submit your vote by the February 28 deadline. The campaign is currently 64th in the running, but with your help it could be one of the top two winning entries. Check out their video entry below: Read more…

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Have you had a chance to check out Break the Cycle’s Have a Heart Campaign yet? They have a lot of really good resources and ideas for spreading awareness. One thing we really like is their HEART Someone initiative. They made these really cool health-e relationship cards that you can send out to your boyfriend, girlfriend or whoever else you want! The e-cards are free to send out and are a great way of thanking the special people in your life for being a healthy part of your life. Click here to send out your cards.

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We are proud to be featured as a partner for Break the Cycle’s Have a Heart Campaign! The campaign urges everyone to “have a heart” and speak out against teen dating violence in order to make a difference during Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. They are urging everyone to take part from teens to teachers to elected officials. Their website has a lot of great resources and information so be sure to check it out. They also have really cool heart images you can print out and wear on your sleeve to support the cause.

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