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Understanding Bullying
While awareness around bullying has increased, the data shows us there’s still work to do to prevent it.
Supporting First-Time Voters
As teens grow and begin to understand the fundamentals of civics, human rights, speaking up for what they believe in, and government, the influx of information can get overwhelming. Election season, especially for young people who are voting for the first time, can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. What are some ways to support young people who are voting for the first time?
A REAL Back-to-School Supplies List
In addition to the usual notebooks, pencils, and graphing calculators, there are other provisions students need this year. OP offers this slightly different “back-to-school supplies” list to help you and your child get ready for school.
Recognizing and Addressing Ableism in Youth Culture
Ableism, based on assumptions about abilities, can lead to exclusion and discrimination. By raising awareness and taking proactive measures, youth can help create a culture that values everyone's abilities and contributions, regardless of their ability. How does it show up?
Everyone Deserves to Feel Safe: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
During April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, it’s a great time to review how we can help youth navigate healthy relationships, consent, and boundaries.
Black History Month - Celebrating Black Women and Girls Now and Always
Black History Month celebrates and honors the achievements of Black people, and is a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. It’s also a time to honor and celebrate Black girls who make invaluable contributions to their communities. Empowered girls change their world, and the whole world too.
10 Things to Help You Remember Why Your Body is a Good Body
We can’t avoid the constant influence of body image ideals we see in media, but we can be aware of them and remind ourselves that all bodies are valuable. Check out these 10 reminders that your body is great no matter what society defines as “ideal.”
Pronouns: “It’s Just A Phase”
More often than expected, we hear adults and parents of young people who are exploring their identity say, “It’s just a phase.”
The phase is learning, the phase is identity exploration, the phase is finding out what fits. It serves a purpose while youth grow up.
Relational Aggression AKA Girl Drama AKA Bullying
Being a young person in school can get extremely challenging when dealing with bullying and other aggressive behaviors from peers. As an adult ally, learn more about how you can recognize aggressive behaviors and how to support youth who are targets.
Ophelia’s Place expands to Albany & Linn County
Tracy Berry of McKenzie River Broadcasting shares the great news that Ophelia's Place has opened a downtown location in Albany Oregon, expanding OP's empowerment services. Let’s listen.
Ophelia’s Place to Open Space for Girl Empowerment in Downtown Albany Soon
Albany-area girls ages 10-18 will soon have the opportunity to meet new friends, explore new interests, and connect with trauma-informed adults to help navigate the joys and challenges of their teen years.
New Year, Same Amazing You
“New Year, New You” is so done. What your body looks like doesn’t define your value or your ability to be loved. Use the new year to celebrate the incredible person you already are.
Healthy, Happy Eating
Our insecurities around food and body image can increase during a time of financial insecurity and food scarcity, which gives more power to our “internal food police.” Healthy, happy eating can help.
Socially Distanced Doesn’t Mean Socially Disconnected – OP Community Groups
While schools decide how and when to bring students back to class, OP offers virtual Community Groups to help girls stay social, make friends, and feel a part of something valuable, safe, and fun.
Navigating Puberty: OP’s What You Wish You Learned in Health Class Group
Growing up, changing bodies, relationships and dating… all of these topics and more are covered in OP’s What You Wish You Learned in Health Class.
2020 Inspiring Women | Lori Tapahonso
“When we’re faced with situations that seem impossible, sometimes the only thing we can change is our perspective. Once we do, we can begin to see opportunity. And, life is full of opportunity, our job is to find it.”