Teaching Kids About Gender Pronouns
| Here are some guidelines to help you talk to children to help them understand what pronouns are, why they’re important, and how to use and respect them in an inclusive way. |
Resource Guide
Read moreUnderstanding Historical Trauma and Resilience When Responding to an Event in Indian Country
Read moreThis tip sheet provides guidance for working with Native Americans in their community. You will find information about historical trauma, how to respond to a disaster and/or traumatic event, and an additional resource list for more information. Strength-Based Vs. Deficit-Based Language
Read moreThis resource provides information on appropriate and respectful language to use when working with an indigenous population. Why Don’t They Tell? Teens and Sexual Assault Disclosure
Read moreThis resource from NCTSN provides information into teens and sexual assault disclosures. Often times, teens don’t want to disclose due to shame, emotional pain, fear of being blamed, and more. Find out what you can do to help in this resource. 
Supporting Children Grieving a Substance-use Related Death
Read moreThis toolkit resource provides information to parents, caregivers, community members, and other adults on how to support children who are grieving a loss related to substance use. Heads up: Stop. Think. Connect.
Read moreThis resource guide is perfect to share with adolescents who are frequently online and on social media. You will find information about protecting privacy, how to prevent cyberbullying and what to do if you encounter it, what is appropriate to share online and more. Talking to Children About War
Read moreWith the state that the world is in, there is often a lot of talk about war. It is important to provide an explanation to kids about what is happening in an age appropriate way. This guide from NCTSN helps do just that! Coping with Unconfirmed Death for Forcibly Displaced Children and Families: Tips for Caregivers
Read moreThe following resource is a tip sheet for caregivers providing information about what an unconfirmed death is, how it relates to forcibly displaced children, how it can be traumatic to children, and more. Supporting Black LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health
Read moreThis guide was created to assist individuals in understanding Black LGBTQ+ youth and mental health on a deeper level; it provides information on how to provide support and much more. Check it out! Talking with your Children about Islamophobia and Hate-Based Violence
Read moreThere has been an increase in Islamaphobia and other hate-based violence in recent years in the US. It is important to talk with children about this and educate them with age appropriate conversations. This resource can help guide you in those discussions.
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