Youth in Charge

YOU ARE BIGGER THAN A CIGARETTE!

Look at it. It’s small enough to break in half, so why let it take control of something as big as your life? A cigarette has no power over you unless you let it become part of your life. You are stronger than the addiction. You have the power to say NO, to walk away, and to choose yourself. Don’t let something so small control something so precious. YOU are in control of your choices. Choose your freedom. Choose your health. Choose YOU!

Seek Support? Call: 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit www.quitpartnermn.com

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Words Can Hurt. Words Can Kill. 

Words are powerful. Bullying, threats, and hateful words can cause deep emotional pain and sometimes contribute to real-world violence. Behind every screen is a real person with real feelings. Let your words be a reason someone feels supported, not a reason they feel unsafe.

Bullying is not ok. If you see something, say something.

Use this anonymous reporting system from Sandy Hook Promise’s Say Something:

📞 Phone: 1-844-572-9669 (24/7/365 crisis hotline)

🌐 Website: https://sandyhookpromise.org/say-something-tips

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Smoking makes a big difference in your lung health. Protect your lungs, protect your breath, and choose a healthier future. Choose Your Lungs. Choose Your Future.

Seek Support? Call: 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit www.quitpartnermn.com

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Every act of kindness makes a difference. Choose understanding over conflict, and peace over violence. Together, we can build safer, stronger communities for everyone.

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Progress, Not Perfection!

Mental health improvement takes time, and every small step counts. 🌱 Whether you’re learning to manage stress, opening up about your feelings, or asking for help, you are making progress.

Celebrate how far you’ve come. Keep going, be kind to yourself, and remember—you don’t have to do it alone.

Seek Support? Call: 988 Or visit https://988lifeline.org/ & nami.org

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A young brain is still growing, and marijuana use can interfere with memory, learning, attention, and decision-making. The choices made today can affect tomorrow’s future.

Seek Support? Call: 988 or visit https://988lifeline.org/ 

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🎃 Bullying is not part of any holiday!

Bullying, teasing, or making someone feel bad is not a part of halloween. Halloween is about fun, treats, and kindness. Everyone deserves to feel safe, included, and accepted. This Halloween, be the friend who stands up for others, spreads kindness, and makes sure no one feels left out. Remember, the kindest thing you can do is make someone feel they belong!

Being a bully is not fun. If you see something, say something.

Use this anonymous reporting system from Sandy Hook Promise’s Say Something:

📞 Phone: 1-844-572-9669 (24/7/365 crisis hotline)

🌐 Website: https://sandyhookpromise.org/say-something-tips

#BullyingPrevention #StopBullying #SaySomething #HalloweenKindness #ViolencePrevention

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Students need more than academics—they need to feel heard and supported. 💜

Schools can create safe spaces through one-on-one conversations, counseling, and personalized support. Schools should make efforts to implement this kind of student care. Sometimes, simply listening can make a difference.

Seek Support? Call: 988 Or visit https://988lifeline.org/ & nami.org

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#MentalHealth #SelfCare #Wellness

Prevent Gun Violence.

Every child deserves to grow up safe—in their home, at school, and in their community. We can all play a role in preventing gun violence:

🔹 Ensure secure storage and safety checks so firearms don’t fall into the wrong hands.
🔹 Store firearms securely to help prevent shootings and accidental shootings.
🔹 Talk about gun safety and take steps to protect children and families.

Protecting our kids starts with creating safer communities. Let’s choose prevention, responsibility, and safety.

Learn more about gun safety and prevention:
👉 Brady United

#ProtectKids #PreventGunViolence #GunSafety #SafeStorage #CommunitySafety #KeepKidsSafe

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Sometimes the message is simple: your body deserves better. Choose healthy habits and make choices that support your health and your future. 💚

Seek Support? Call: 988 or visit https://988lifeline.org/