Connections: PURRRR
Connections: PURRRR is a therapeutic group of peers coming together to learn new ways to deal with everyday stress, meet new people, and create community. With the pressures and expectations that girls and young women face daily, it’s easy to let anger and frustration shut out those who are most important to us. Many girls and young women simply need someone to relate and connect to. That’s what Connections: PURRRR is about.
Connections PURRRR flier – Middle School
Connections PURRRR flier – High School plus
Topics covered
- healthy relationships
- dating violence prevention
- body image & self-esteem
- reproductive health
- dealing with stress / calming strategies
- neighborhood violence
- sexual abuse prevention
- gambling and addiction
- healthy bodies & eating disorders
- drug/alcohol prevention
Activities
- variety of art projects
- team building activities
- coping skill practice
- guest speakers
- goal-setting
Ages, Time, & Day
6th, 7th, 8th graders will meet 4 – 5:30 p.m. on Mondays
High schoolers + will meet 4 – 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays
Questions? Contact Ayo via email or at 515.244.4901.
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