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Dear Diary

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A youth writes in a diary about her mental health and her hopes for the year before she turns 16.

Breaking Your Trust

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A girl notices warning signs of suicide in her friend, and seeks help for her from a trusted adult.

Not an Adjective

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A film about the misunderstandings about OCD, and one youth’s experience with her diagnosis.

First Step

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Two youths recognize symptoms of anixety and depression within themselves, and take the difficult but ultimately rewarding first step to get help.

Dear Future Me

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Dear Future Me depicts 3 young students writing a letter of encouragement to their future self. In the letter, each student talks about the challenges of their teenage years such as facing discrimination, name calling, and overcoming color barriers.

Fingerprints

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A film discussing mental health and emotions with a creative use of painted fingerprints.

Missing Kids of Color Diary PSA

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“Our submission brings justice to the kids and teens of color who get kidnapped or taken everyday; no one ever speaks about them, and they rarely receive any news coverage. Furthermore, if they were white, then way more people would have heard about them.”

What Are You Waiting For?

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“Saying thank you to our family, friends, and teachers for the unconditional love and kindness they provide feels good- and brings happiness to our hearts. When we show gratitude, it changes our lives AND the lives of those around us. So… what are you waiting for? Any time is a good time to show gratitude!”

Thank you from me to you

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“The poem I wrote about is how I am grateful for everyone in my life. How it relates to everyday life, and how gratitude is shown and appreciated.”