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What personal information is available about you online? And what can you do to limit it? #Thrivology’s new interactive workbook walks you through the steps you can take to protect your personal info! 📱
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December 12, 2025 at 3:51 PM
What personal information is available about you online? And what can you do to limit it? #Thrivology’s new interactive workbook walks you through the steps you can take to protect your personal info! 📱
https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology/resources/managing-personal-information-online/
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💡 New to human-centered design? Join us for Sprout: A Design Challenge! Over four days, you’ll dive into this creative approach with hands-on activities, supportive coaches, and a real-world challenge.
Spots are limited—apply today! www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Spots are limited—apply today! www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
December 11, 2025 at 8:51 PM
💡 New to human-centered design? Join us for Sprout: A Design Challenge! Over four days, you’ll dive into this creative approach with hands-on activities, supportive coaches, and a real-world challenge.
Spots are limited—apply today! www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Spots are limited—apply today! www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Missed your chance to grab gear at our national conference? Good news—the shop is open: https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
Iconic designs. Community-powered messages. Gear made to inspire dialogue.
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Iconic designs. Community-powered messages. Gear made to inspire dialogue.
🛍️ 🛒 Shop now!
December 11, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Missed your chance to grab gear at our national conference? Good news—the shop is open: https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
Iconic designs. Community-powered messages. Gear made to inspire dialogue.
🛍️ 🛒 Shop now!
Iconic designs. Community-powered messages. Gear made to inspire dialogue.
🛍️ 🛒 Shop now!
Our #HealthyTeen25 conference featured a new Innovation Showcase that enabled innovators to share their innovations and connect with each other. 💡
Learn all about it! https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/spotlight-innovation-highlights-2025-healthy-teen-network-conference/
Learn all about it! https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/spotlight-innovation-highlights-2025-healthy-teen-network-conference/
A Spotlight on Innovation: Highlights from the 2025 Healthy Teen Network Conference
We're thrilled to introduce the second cohort of innovation development teams who are bringing creativity and courage to the In/Tend Incubator Hub.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Our #HealthyTeen25 conference featured a new Innovation Showcase that enabled innovators to share their innovations and connect with each other. 💡
Learn all about it! https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/spotlight-innovation-highlights-2025-healthy-teen-network-conference/
Learn all about it! https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/spotlight-innovation-highlights-2025-healthy-teen-network-conference/
Now accepting applications! 🚀 If you’re new to human-centered design but ready to learn, apply to join us for a four-day workshop in Providence, RI. Our expert coaches will guide you as your team creates real-world solutions for adolescent health: www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
December 8, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Now accepting applications! 🚀 If you’re new to human-centered design but ready to learn, apply to join us for a four-day workshop in Providence, RI. Our expert coaches will guide you as your team creates real-world solutions for adolescent health: www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
⏰ Tick, tock ⏰ Just a few more days until the Sprout: A Design Challenge application portal opens on 12/8! Want to use human-centered design to make a difference in adolescent health?
Get your teams ready 🌱 www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Get your teams ready 🌱 www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
December 5, 2025 at 3:51 PM
⏰ Tick, tock ⏰ Just a few more days until the Sprout: A Design Challenge application portal opens on 12/8! Want to use human-centered design to make a difference in adolescent health?
Get your teams ready 🌱 www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Get your teams ready 🌱 www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
We’re thrilled to introduce the 2nd cohort of innovation development teams who are bringing creativity and courage to the In/Tend Incubator Hub! 💡
Get to know the teams and how they plan to develop solutions to real-world challenges: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/welcome-new-innovators/
Get to know the teams and how they plan to develop solutions to real-world challenges: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/welcome-new-innovators/
December 4, 2025 at 11:10 PM
We’re thrilled to introduce the 2nd cohort of innovation development teams who are bringing creativity and courage to the In/Tend Incubator Hub! 💡
Get to know the teams and how they plan to develop solutions to real-world challenges: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/welcome-new-innovators/
Get to know the teams and how they plan to develop solutions to real-world challenges: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/welcome-new-innovators/
As a sex educator, you do essential work to help young people thrive. You deserve to feel safe! See how you can guard your sensitive information online easily and with no tech skills needed. 📱💡 ✨
https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology/resources/managing-personal-information-online/
https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology/resources/managing-personal-information-online/
December 4, 2025 at 8:34 PM
As a sex educator, you do essential work to help young people thrive. You deserve to feel safe! See how you can guard your sensitive information online easily and with no tech skills needed. 📱💡 ✨
https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology/resources/managing-personal-information-online/
https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology/resources/managing-personal-information-online/
A moment of thanks... 🫶
Reflecting on a challenging year, our staff shares the people and things that helped them get through. Read more ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/moment-thanks-what-were-grateful-this-year/
Reflecting on a challenging year, our staff shares the people and things that helped them get through. Read more ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/moment-thanks-what-were-grateful-this-year/
A Moment of Thanks: What We're Grateful for This Year
Reflecting back on a challenging year, our staff shares the people and things that helped them get through.
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December 4, 2025 at 12:35 AM
A moment of thanks... 🫶
Reflecting on a challenging year, our staff shares the people and things that helped them get through. Read more ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/moment-thanks-what-were-grateful-this-year/
Reflecting on a challenging year, our staff shares the people and things that helped them get through. Read more ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/moment-thanks-what-were-grateful-this-year/
🎁 Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Grab some of our fan-favorite conference merch. You’ll rep sex-positivity, inclusivity, and solidarity—and help fuel our work all year long.
This #GivingTuesday, give in style ➡️ https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
This #GivingTuesday, give in style ➡️ https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
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Made popular at our annual national conferences, official Healthy Teen Network gear is now available!
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December 2, 2025 at 6:23 PM
🎁 Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Grab some of our fan-favorite conference merch. You’ll rep sex-positivity, inclusivity, and solidarity—and help fuel our work all year long.
This #GivingTuesday, give in style ➡️ https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
This #GivingTuesday, give in style ➡️ https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
Want to use human-centered design to make a difference in adolescent health?
Gather your teams and prep your application for Sprout: A Design Challenge!
⏰ Applications open December 8 ⏰
www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Gather your teams and prep your application for Sprout: A Design Challenge!
⏰ Applications open December 8 ⏰
www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
November 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Want to use human-centered design to make a difference in adolescent health?
Gather your teams and prep your application for Sprout: A Design Challenge!
⏰ Applications open December 8 ⏰
www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Gather your teams and prep your application for Sprout: A Design Challenge!
⏰ Applications open December 8 ⏰
www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
The wait is over—our conference-favorite merch is officially here! From sex-positive messages to affirming designs, wear what you believe in and rep Healthy Teen Network wherever you go. 🌈 ✨
🛒 Grab yours today! https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
🛒 Grab yours today! https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
November 26, 2025 at 12:21 AM
The wait is over—our conference-favorite merch is officially here! From sex-positive messages to affirming designs, wear what you believe in and rep Healthy Teen Network wherever you go. 🌈 ✨
🛒 Grab yours today! https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
🛒 Grab yours today! https://www.bonfire.com/store/healthy-teen-network/
When we care for #YouthSupportingProfessionals, we help them not just survive, but THRIVE. 💫
Learn how to create a culture of wellness for youth-supporting professionals with #Thrivology: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
Learn how to create a culture of wellness for youth-supporting professionals with #Thrivology: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
November 24, 2025 at 1:25 PM
When we care for #YouthSupportingProfessionals, we help them not just survive, but THRIVE. 💫
Learn how to create a culture of wellness for youth-supporting professionals with #Thrivology: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
Learn how to create a culture of wellness for youth-supporting professionals with #Thrivology: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
As we reflect back on another unforgettable Healthy Teen Network conference, our hearts are full—and our sense of solidarity has never been stronger. 💪 ✨
Read more about #HealthyTeen25: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/rooted-solidarity-lessons-healthyteen25/
Read more about #HealthyTeen25: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/rooted-solidarity-lessons-healthyteen25/
Rooted in Solidarity: Lessons from #HealthyTeen25
As we reflect back on #HealthyTeen25, our hearts are full—and our sense of solidarity has never been stronger.
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November 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM
As we reflect back on another unforgettable Healthy Teen Network conference, our hearts are full—and our sense of solidarity has never been stronger. 💪 ✨
Read more about #HealthyTeen25: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/rooted-solidarity-lessons-healthyteen25/
Read more about #HealthyTeen25: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/rooted-solidarity-lessons-healthyteen25/
🌱 Are you ready to make life better for adolescents and young adults? Join us at Sprout: A Design Challenge for 4 days of hands-on, human-centered design learning.
Mark your calendars, applications open 12/8! Preview the application: www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Mark your calendars, applications open 12/8! Preview the application: www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
November 21, 2025 at 7:58 PM
🌱 Are you ready to make life better for adolescents and young adults? Join us at Sprout: A Design Challenge for 4 days of hands-on, human-centered design learning.
Mark your calendars, applications open 12/8! Preview the application: www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
Mark your calendars, applications open 12/8! Preview the application: www.healthyteennetwork.org/intend/design-challenge
From self-care kits to board games to immersive installations, Thrivology has a lot to offer. If you’ve used a Thrivology resource in your work, we’d love to hear from you! Fill out this survey for a chance to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback
November 20, 2025 at 3:59 PM
From self-care kits to board games to immersive installations, Thrivology has a lot to offer. If you’ve used a Thrivology resource in your work, we’d love to hear from you! Fill out this survey for a chance to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback
NEW from Thrivology! 🌟
We’re using healing-centered, trauma-informed approaches to explore the postpartum questions young parents ask most. When professionals meet real needs, healing and growth follow.
➡️ https://mailchi.mp/healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology-trauma-and-healing-guide-4302933
We’re using healing-centered, trauma-informed approaches to explore the postpartum questions young parents ask most. When professionals meet real needs, healing and growth follow.
➡️ https://mailchi.mp/healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology-trauma-and-healing-guide-4302933
Two New Resources for Young Parents!
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November 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM
NEW from Thrivology! 🌟
We’re using healing-centered, trauma-informed approaches to explore the postpartum questions young parents ask most. When professionals meet real needs, healing and growth follow.
➡️ https://mailchi.mp/healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology-trauma-and-healing-guide-4302933
We’re using healing-centered, trauma-informed approaches to explore the postpartum questions young parents ask most. When professionals meet real needs, healing and growth follow.
➡️ https://mailchi.mp/healthyteennetwork.org/thrivology-trauma-and-healing-guide-4302933
This week's blog post looks back at the remarks from the #HealthyTeen25 Visionary Awardee, Dr. Natasha Ramsey 🏆 ✨ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/remember-show-ourselves-each-other/
Remember to Show Up for Ourselves and Each Other
Visionaries dream of the endless possibilities, ensuring that what young people learn about sexuality is relevant, timely, and inspiring.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:44 PM
This week's blog post looks back at the remarks from the #HealthyTeen25 Visionary Awardee, Dr. Natasha Ramsey 🏆 ✨ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/remember-show-ourselves-each-other/
#YouthSupportingProfessionals: Your work is important. It requires emotional labor, empathy, and prioritizing others’ needs. But don’t forget to take care of your own personal wellness. Learn how with #Thrivology: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
November 17, 2025 at 1:09 PM
#YouthSupportingProfessionals: Your work is important. It requires emotional labor, empathy, and prioritizing others’ needs. But don’t forget to take care of your own personal wellness. Learn how with #Thrivology: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
Thrivology brings you the latest research on how to provide the very best sexual and reproductive health education and care, so young people may thrive. 🌱
Share your feedback on our resources for a chance to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback
Share your feedback on our resources for a chance to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback
November 13, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Thrivology brings you the latest research on how to provide the very best sexual and reproductive health education and care, so young people may thrive. 🌱
Share your feedback on our resources for a chance to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback
Share your feedback on our resources for a chance to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback
Earlier this month, at #HealthyTeen25 in Atlanta, we presented the Mount Sinai Department of Health Education with the 2025 Changemaker Award. 🌟
Learn more about their work, which they shared in their acceptance: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/what-it-means-to-be-changemaker/
Learn more about their work, which they shared in their acceptance: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/what-it-means-to-be-changemaker/
What It Means to Be a Changemaker
Through their hard work, changemakers are actualizing the vision of a world that affirms and celebrates young people for who they are.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Earlier this month, at #HealthyTeen25 in Atlanta, we presented the Mount Sinai Department of Health Education with the 2025 Changemaker Award. 🌟
Learn more about their work, which they shared in their acceptance: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/what-it-means-to-be-changemaker/
Learn more about their work, which they shared in their acceptance: https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/what-it-means-to-be-changemaker/
As a #YouthSupportingProfessional, you’re there for young people as they heal, learn, and grow—but do you have what YOU need to heal and thrive?
This guide is for you 💗 https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
#TraumaInformed #HealingCentered
This guide is for you 💗 https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
#TraumaInformed #HealingCentered
November 10, 2025 at 4:08 PM
As a #YouthSupportingProfessional, you’re there for young people as they heal, learn, and grow—but do you have what YOU need to heal and thrive?
This guide is for you 💗 https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
#TraumaInformed #HealingCentered
This guide is for you 💗 https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/Thrivology/Resources/youth-supporting-professionals
#TraumaInformed #HealingCentered
This week's blog reminds us of the need for spaces where EVERYONE can fail, learn, and grow. 🌱
Read more ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/lets-be-honest-not-everyone-gets-fail-safely/
Read more ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/lets-be-honest-not-everyone-gets-fail-safely/
Let’s Be Honest: Not Everyone Gets to Fail Safely
Failure fuels innovation. But when only some individuals or organizations are allowed to fail safely, our field loses out.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:24 PM
This week's blog reminds us of the need for spaces where EVERYONE can fail, learn, and grow. 🌱
Read more ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/lets-be-honest-not-everyone-gets-fail-safely/
Read more ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/lets-be-honest-not-everyone-gets-fail-safely/
🍌 We're peeling back this common clinic visual that shows how judgy, junk data sometimes gets disguised as science. 🍌
Read how this chart has long haunted how we think about intimacy and connection. ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/its-bananas-why-sexual-exposure-chart-belongs-bin/
Read how this chart has long haunted how we think about intimacy and connection. ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/its-bananas-why-sexual-exposure-chart-belongs-bin/
It’s Bananas: Why the Sexual Exposure Chart Belongs in the Bin
It’s high time for us to tear these charts from our bulletin boards and confront their harmful, misleading, and self-defeating messages.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
🍌 We're peeling back this common clinic visual that shows how judgy, junk data sometimes gets disguised as science. 🍌
Read how this chart has long haunted how we think about intimacy and connection. ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/its-bananas-why-sexual-exposure-chart-belongs-bin/
Read how this chart has long haunted how we think about intimacy and connection. ➡️ https://www.healthyteennetwork.org/news/its-bananas-why-sexual-exposure-chart-belongs-bin/
✨ Have you used a Thrivology resource? We want to hear from you, whether you took a moment of peace with a Serenity Kit or explored the magical world of Thrivopolis. ✨
Let us know, and you'll be entered to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback
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November 6, 2025 at 8:28 PM
✨ Have you used a Thrivology resource? We want to hear from you, whether you took a moment of peace with a Serenity Kit or explored the magical world of Thrivopolis. ✨
Let us know, and you'll be entered to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback
Let us know, and you'll be entered to win a $100 gift card: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467795/Thrivology-Resource-Feedback