April 7-11, 2014, is National Youth Violence Protection Week. The National Association of Students Against Violence (SAVE) has partnered with five other groups to host a full week of activities aimed at supporting and empowering youth to make their communities safer. More details and suggested activities are available HERE.
Each day of the week has a specific theme and is sponsored by one of the partner organizations:
Monday, April 7: Promoting Respect and Tolerance by Teaching Tolerance
Tuesday, April 8: Manage Your Anger, Don’t Let It Manage You by American School Counselor Organization
Wednesday, April 9: Resolve Conflicts Peacefully by Gay, Lesbian, & Straight Education Network
Thursday, April 10: Support Safety by Center to Prevent Youth Violence
Friday, April 11: Unite in Action by Youth Service America
What ways can you support programs that empower youth in your community?