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As we approach the end of BIPOC Mental Health Month, check out and share the resources below to continue raising awareness and supporting Black, Indigenous, and Communities of Color. Continue learning and advocating for these communities, as each faces unique mental health experiences; together, we can continue showing up…
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month over the next few weeks, we want to illuminate the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and histories that make the Hispanic and Latine communities so vibrant and vital. This month, we're celebrating not just the diversity within the community but also the strength, resilience, and…
On National Suicide Prevention Month, we want to join efforts with you all to show the true power of community to spread kindness! During this month, we are partnering with our You Good? Campaign to emphasize the importance of empathy and support by being attentive to the welfare of our family and friends. Why is this…
Hi there, Crisis Text Line Community! Welcome to the seventh edition of What’s New, our monthly roundup of all things new at Crisis Text Line and in our community. It’s been an exciting and busy month, so let’s jump right in! ✨Your Impact✨ Last month, we collectively supported 3,258 conversations on our platform! Not only…
Hey there, community! As many of you know, our conversation simulator tool has been on pause during our transition to the new SAM model. That said, I’m excited to share that it's back in action, and this time we have brand new scenarios (including scenarios focused on SAM training) for you to try and test! 🤷♀️ What is the…
Welcome to another week of #FeelsFriday! What exactly is #FeelsFriday? Each week, we’ll highlight a few of our favorite pieces of texter feedback — we hope they inspire you, motivate you, and serve as a reminder for the incredible impact you’re making in the lives of our texters day in and day out. Please feel free to…
As part of our commitment to raising awareness and creating space for mental health equity, we celebrate and honor AAPI mental health advocates. These changemakers inspire us by making a positive impact, providing assistance, and supporting those in need. Changemakers are active Crisis Text Line volunteers who take…
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As a Crisis Text Line volunteer, we encourage you to be a voice for young people struggling to find opportunities to support their mental health. You are not only a good listener but also a mental health champion, and we need you. We invite you to participate in your local communities by taking action on the Early Minds…
Hi everyone! I've been taking conversations for a while now, but I still often overthink and struggle with responses. I don't like leaving people waiting for a response, but sometimes I find myself really struggling and feeling like I'm simply throwing something together instead of leaving them with nothing. What do you…
Hi there, Crisis Text Line Community! Welcome to the fifth edition of What’s New, our monthly roundup of all things new at Crisis Text Line. We have lots to unpack, so here we go! Volunteer Appreciation Celebrations Staff Thank You Messages: This month, several teams got together to celebrate you for all the contributions…
There's nothing sweeter than a fresh new forum, ready to welcome your community. A Vanilla Forum has all the bits and pieces you need to build an awesome discussion platform customized to your needs. Here are a few tips for you as the administrator: * Use the Getting Started checklist in the Dashboard to get your site…