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September is National Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, an annual month-long campaign to raise awareness about suicide prevention, reduce stigma around the topic and encourage those in need to utilize available resources. About Suicide Prevention Month Here is the breakdown...

Crisis Lines to Prevent Suicide

Knowing who to call in a crisis situation can be the difference between life and death. If you or someone you know needs emotional support or is having suicidal thoughts, the below resources offer immediate response by trained professionals. Georgia Crisis and Access...

International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31

Join us as we observe International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, 2022. According to Penington Institute, the organization responsible for this international initiative: “International Overdose Awareness Day aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the...

Engage With GUIDE’s PYD Initiatives

GUIDE’s Positive Youth Development (PYD) initiatives support Georgia communities by providing professionals with high-quality resources and training opportunities while teaching youth leadership skills necessary to impact community change. There are many ways...

Icebreaker: Name Roulette

Ideal for groups whose members are unfamiliar with one another, Name Roulette is a great icebreaker activity to get your group on their feet and engaged while getting to know each person’s name in a fun way. Time Needed: 10 minutes Group Size: 6 or more...

Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation: A Valuable Partnership

July is National Park and Recreation month! What better time to highlight our collaboration with Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation (GCPR) than on this special occasion? GUIDE was created by the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners and Board of Education in 1986....

Prevent Youth Suicide: What Parents Should Know

Parents can play a critical role in preventing youth suicide. Even if you think it will never happen to you or your family, it’s important to understand the facts, stay connected with your child and know what to do in an emergency situation. 1. Know the...

22 Things You Only Understand If You’ve Been to GTI

Georgia Teen Institute 2022 kicks off next week, and great things are in store for everyone who will be in attendance. We’re looking forward to building new connections, stepping outside our comfort zones and making memories that will last a lifetime. If you’ve been...

Keys to Success at GTI: How to Make the Most of Your Experience

Whether you’ll be attending Georgia Teen Institute for the first time this year or you’re a seasoned returning participant, we’ve compiled a list of helpful reminders to ensure your GTI experience is the best it can be!   Someone helpful is always in Command...
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