My weekend at a Queer and Trans Youth Summit

May 10, 2019 / By Chase Bertotto

The Queer & Trans Youth Leadership Summit (QT Summit) is a 3-day youth leadership development opportunity for LGBTQIA+ youth ages fifteen to nineteen.

Evolve

May 8, 2019 / By Steven Rice

Youth reporter Steven Rice's poem on race and overcoming adversities.

The Activist for Change: A Profile on Vajra Watson

May 8, 2019 / By Rachel Livinal

Upon the life and history of Dr. Vajra Watson, one word comes into play: a hustler.

Believing in Myself

February 7, 2019 / By Karina Vivas
Tags: central valley, community, mental health, merced, youth

Friendships have the potential to impact our wellness positively or negatively. How do you cope when a companion is no longer a part of your life? 

Let’s talk about anxiety

August 9, 2018 / By Aaliyah Jensen
Tags: education, health, mental health, merced, merced county, safety, youth

    I have anxiety. I’m a 16 year old introvert who over the last year has figured out that she has anxiety.

Elliot Shin, Merced youth, inspired by memories being carved for skateboard design

August 7, 2018 / By Cassandra Avitia
Tags: BHC Merced, building healthy communities, central valley, community, family, south merced, the california endowment, youth

Youth leaders within our community are not often recognized, that is why I wanted to highlight Elliot Shin.