Lt. Governor Flanagan Visits The Bridge for Youth; Learns About Planned Expansion of Housing Options for Young Families
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
2M ago
This week, The Bridge for Youth was honored to welcome Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, Senator Dibble, and Representative Hornstein to our campus for a tour, commUNITY building, ideating possibilities, and a presentation of our strategic plan to expand programming and housing options for young families. The Bridge for Youth is committed to addressing the unique needs of young families experiencing homelessness given 35% of youth experiencing homelessness are also pregnant and/or parenting (50% in Hennepin County). This critical investment of The Bridge includes expanding our transitional ..read more
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From Minneapolis to NYC to Meet the Queen of Sweden
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
4M ago
I am reaching out to share about the trip I took to New York City in October to represent the great work of you all here at The Bridge for Youth. The work of The Bridge’s outreach team is supported by the World Childhood Foundation (WCF), co-founded by Queen Silvia of Sweden and the Carlson Family Foundation here in Minnesota. Their mission is to end child sexual abuse and trafficking across the globe, and they have a US branch of the foundation. As the Executive Director of The Bridge for Youth, a funded organization, I was invited to attend the WCF Gala in NYC as a guest. It was incredibly ..read more
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2023 commUNITY LGBTQ Celebration
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
5M ago
So Much Love Filled the Room during commUNITY! What an incredible night, seeing our values of Love & Caring fill the room. This cherished annual event truly embodies our commUNITY’s united commitment to our youth! Together, we celebrated the 30th anniversary of “So What If I Am?” – a safe and welcoming place for all LGBTQ+ youth. Our guest speakers shared a message of hope and a renewed commitment to our youth, and the venue was decorated with beautiful and heartfelt youth art. This commUNITY event encourages everyone to share their unique perspectives, while celebrating inclusivity and ..read more
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Celebrating International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
8M ago
 Wakaneja is Lakota for Children || English translation: sacred beings. This year’s theme celebrates Indigenous Youth as agents of change for self-determination, which is a powerFULL descriptor of the agency provided at The Bridge for Youth. Every single day we are educating, empowering and/or developing Youth. Whether educating with life-skills, utilizing the 9 Guiding Principles of Youth Work to empower and serve, holding sacred space(s) for Youth to practice their cultural/traditional beliefs or providing basic (human) rights &/or needs (ie. Shelter, food, access to healthcare, etc ..read more
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2023 commUNITY Juneteenth Celebration
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
10M ago
Together in commUNITY Our commUNITY Juneteenth Celebration was a block party full of laughter, fun, and most importantly connection. Thank you to the over 500 youth, staff, neighbors, supporters, board, and partners for joining us in furthering our vision of all youth feeling safe, accepted, and supported. The Bridge for Youth mission centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships. Thank you for being part of The Bridge for Youth commUNITY On Sunday, June 11th we ..read more
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Honoring their Life & Legacy… [insert name]
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
11M ago
Liberation is love at The Bridge for Youth where all are able to show up as their true and authentic selves without concern for conflict, judgment, or oppression. We believe when one thrives, we all thrive. This is heArt work. We are not performers nor are we exploitative. Rather, we possess and invest in these intrinsic values: Patience – We give space for youth to make decisions on their own timeline in their own way. Love and Caring – We believe in acceptance, empathy, and non-judgment. Communication – We engage in intentional dialogue to understand each other’s truths. Integrity – We act ..read more
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We’re Sprouting with Joy!
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
11M ago
Laughter and love filled the room as we gathered in commUNITY at Sprout. A story of hope and resiliency was shared by Kristi, a graduate of Marlene’s Place. Performances by Musical Guest, Patricia Lacy, and Youth Dance Artists Zhané Jackson and Desaré Cox uplifted our hearts and spirits. Thank you for being a part of The Bridge for Youth commUNITY. Dr. Stephanie Burrage, Chief Equity Officer for the State of MN, reflected on collective listening to inspire community change; and Executive Director Lisa Mears, provided a glimpse into program expansion for pregnant and/or parenting yo ..read more
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Call to Action on Behalf of MMIW2S
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
11M ago
Native Americans make up 1% of the Minnesota population BUT 9% of MMIW2S relatives. There is an intersection between the causations (poverty, houselessness, etc.) which lead to vulnerabilities (ie. high risk situations such as trafficking, murder & violence) that increases risk. Nationally, violence against Native Womyn is unprecedented with 4 out of 5 Indigenous Womyn having experienced violence, annually. The Bridge is a safe place for all Youth. To address the many issues & challenges that houselessness may cause. If you know of a youth in need of shelter, basic needs or a Safe Plac ..read more
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Ways We Support Youth at The Bridge Who Identify as LGBTQ+
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
11M ago
Our vision is a community where all youth feel safe, accepted, and supported. How Do We Support Youth Who Identify as LGBTQ+? Mobile, street, and site-based outreach at schools, businesses, libraries, transit centers, community centers, parks, etc. Our staff are Greenbag Certified through Streetworks’ with specialized training in harm reduction, including NARCAN and sexual exploitation.    Text-4-Help and Crisis Line staffed 24/7/365 available to youth, staff, parents/legal guardians.  Emergency shelter in Resilience House and Gloria’s Place.   Supportive housing in Marle ..read more
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Gratitude
The Bridge for Youth
by Bridge for Youth
1y ago
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, and confusion into clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow” (Beattie, 1990) On behalf of The Bridge for Youth, I express our deepest gratitude for the bravery and beauty of youth, for the love and patience of our staff, for the caring leadership of the board of directors, and for the generous hearts of our community.&nb ..read more
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