The Mask You Live In follows boys and young men as they struggle to stay true to themselves while negotiating America’s narrow definition of masculinity. Research shows that, compared to girls, boys in the U.S. are more likely to be diagnosed with a behavior disorder, prescribed stimulant medications, fail out of school, binge drink, commit a violent… Read More
Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity: Tutoring at the Excelsior Boys and Girls Club
Did you know that students who are tutored perform on average two standard deviations better than those with only classroom education? Google “Bloom’s 2 sigma problem“ –it’s pretty incredible. Tutor once a week with the Boys and Girls Club to give back to the community, with leadership positions available for dedicated students. You will also gain access to mentorship meetings… Read More
Youth Climate Strikes, Mar. 15th
There is incredible momentum across CA, the United States, and Globally to make March 2019 a historical turning point for youth engagement on the issue of Climate Change. This movement was largely inspired by Greta Thunberg and there is currently a strike being organized locally in San Francisco for Friday March 15th. Read More
Free Screening of “The Public” & Panel with Emilio Estevez, Mar. 10
Free Community Movie Screening and Panel Featuring Writer/Director/Star Emilio Estevez, Former SF Homelessness Czar Bevan Duffy, and others TBA Sunday, March 10, 2019 at GLIDE Memorial Church 330 Ellis Street, San Francisco Doors Open: 5:00 pm Film: 5:30 pm Panel/Q&A: 8:00 pm Join GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice, the Coalition on Homelessness, and the San Francisco… Read More
DEADLINE APPROACHING: 2019 District 11 Leadership Academy
Applications are due February 24, 2019. The District 11 Leadership Academy program outcomes are: Increased knowledge and understanding of SF programs and processes Enhanced leadership capacity Deepened connection with District 11 residents and stakeholders Developed strategy to initiate positive change which strengthens neighborhood resilience in District 11 Program Dates (Sessions will be held in the… Read More
About-Face Launces New “Education Into Action” Curriculum + Free Workshop, Apr. 13
About-Face offers media-literacy and social change programs to youth in schools, after school programs and summer camps, all over the Bay Area. We have served over 8,000 students in the last 10 years, with clear and undeniable results: our highly engaging workshops benefit both the youth’s mental health and their social interactions when it comes to media. In response… Read More
Scholastic Expeditions Outbound Programming
Visit their website to learn more info! Channel Islands Marine Program (5 Days / 4 Nights) SE’s Channel Islands Program is perfect for aspiring marine scientists who wants to get a head start on honing their research skills in a real world scenario. Students will learn about this biodiversity hotspot and practice techniques used by… Read More