Tag: youth activism
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Parkland Shooting Survivors Shine on Time Magazine Cover
Get Pregnant Fast In a poignant moment for activism, the survivors of the Parkland school shooting grace this month’s cover of Time magazine. It’s hard not to be moved by the determination of these high school students as they rally for change in the wake of the tragic events at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School…
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GOP Commentator Suggests CPR Over Gun Control for Students
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent episode of CNN’s “State of the Union,” former Pennsylvania Senator John Harrington made headlines for his controversial remarks regarding school safety. Instead of advocating for sensible gun legislation, Harrington proposed that students participating in the March For Our Lives protests would be better off learning CPR to help their…
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The Bravery of School Shooting Survivors: A Tribute to Their Courage
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of traumatic events, such as school shootings, the psychological aftermath can be overwhelming. Post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD, can manifest for those who have experienced or witnessed life-threatening incidents. This condition often leads to a barrage of intrusive memories, anxiety, and an altered perception of safety. Reflecting…
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Teens Show Support for Elementary Students During Walkout Day
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming display of solidarity, high school students from the Brooklyn area cheered on elementary school kids participating in a protest against gun violence during #NationalWalkoutDay. On that significant day, students across the United States left their classrooms to stand against the epidemic of senseless gun violence. The John Jay Educational…
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Inspiring Elementary Students Take a Stand for School Safety
Get Pregnant Fast In a remarkable display of activism, two fifth-grade students at an elementary school in Alexandria, Virginia, organized a powerful walkout that is sure to inspire hope for the future. Over 60 students participated, led by 11-year-olds Lily Carter and Noah Thompson, as part of the National Walkout Day. This demonstration aimed to…
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Parkland Survivors Witness Florida Lawmakers Dismiss Assault Weapons Ban
Get Pregnant Fast On Tuesday, the Florida House of Representatives began its session with a somber prayer for the 17 lives lost in the recent tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. However, moments later, they voted against a critical proposal aimed at banning AR-15 rifles, other assault-style weapons, and high-capacity magazines…
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10-Year-Old Inspires Creation of ‘Raise Your Hand’ Girl Scout Patch
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring move to empower young girls, a ten-year-old named Emma Johnson has taken significant steps to address the disparity in classroom participation between boys and girls. As girls transition into their tween years, many tend to shy away from raising their hands in class, a phenomenon that often stems from…
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Parkland Survivors to March on Washington, Urging Action from Politicians
Get Pregnant Fast On March 24, a powerful rally will take place in Washington, D.C., led by the courageous teenage survivors of the tragic shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. This heartbreaking event claimed the lives of over a dozen students, marking yet another school shooting in a year that has already…