The Poe Center!
The work of the mighty organization is amazing. Today we borrow from their website to share about what they are doing for kids and families across NC right now- making a real difference.
Since opening in Raleigh in 1991, the Poe Center has educated more than 1.7 million participants from 95 counties.
Who is Poe?
Their expert health educators partner with schools and organizations across the state to provide health education to children and adults. Engaging programs are available on nutrition & physical activity, adolescent development, general health, substance use prevention, dental health, bullying prevention, mental wellness, and cooking and gardening education. Poe’s field trip destination in Raleigh is a one-of-a-kind- immersive experience featuring unique teaching spaces. Health educators can also bring programs directly to a school or organization and supplemental resources are available online. Over 87% of program participants report making positive behavior changes after a program with the Poe Center.
Starting tomorrow, the Poe Center kicks off it's annual meeting to support the mental health and well-being of youth. The Poe Center’s 2024 annual conference will focus on emerging information on youth mental health and well-being, the impact, and what we all can do about it. Experts in the field who are problem-solving and taking steps to help young people stay safe and experience healthy development, and who will providing guidance on how to support our youth every day and in times of high need will be speaking to attendees.
According to the most recent North Carolina Youth Risk Behavior Survey:
According to our friends at Poe, there are things we can do to support our youth in our communities, at school, and at home.
The conference empowers attendees with knowledge, tools, and resources that they use to make a difference, and raises money in support of the Poe Center’s mission and work.
If you or someone you know is struggling or needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
Since the conference starts tomorrow, it might be too late for you to get involved this year but if this topic speaks to you, read more here and please consider a donation!
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