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Shaping Youth’s Body Image Expert Dr. Robyn Silverman on Dove

November 13, 2008 by Amy Jussel 16 Comments

What would you say real beauty is all about? How would you explain it to your daughter, your niece, your student, or other girls you love? Joining Dove Self Esteem Ambassador, Jessica Weiner and psychologist and author, Ann Kearney Cooke, our own Shaping Youth Body Image Expert Dr. Robyn Silverman recently tackled this topic as guest editor for the Dove Self Esteem … [Read more...]

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Women and the Military: MyVetwork Launches Today!

November 11, 2008 by Amy Jussel 22 Comments

Anyone who has been involved with the military community recognizes ‘active duty’ soldiers are only the most visible folks who serve... Kids, military moms and sisters of all sorts are included in our annual Veteran’s Day post honoring “all things girl” week on Shaping Youth, so I'm proud to announce the premiere of a brand new community just … [Read more...]

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A Tee Party Kicks Off ‘All Things Girl’ Week on Shaping Youth!

November 10, 2008 by Amy Jussel 25 Comments

Nov. 10, 2008 Sick of suggestive innuendos plastered on the chests of wee ones? Tired of ‘So Sexy So Soon’ messaging at ever-younger ages? Looking for media and marketing that builds up rather than tears down youth psyches?Have we got a fun week for you!All week, Shaping Youth will be featuring worthy sites, thought leaders and conversations among those eager to raise the bar … [Read more...]

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Games For Health Regional Summit: Playnormous, Humana & More

November 9, 2008 by Amy Jussel 9 Comments

Are these critters cute, or what? They're the lil' monsters from our friends at Playnormous, who shared news of a one day event called the Games for Health Regional Summit coming up December 4, 2008 in Houston, Texas. The event offers a great opportunity to get an introduction to the games for health field. You can meet some of the Playnormous allies and their core … [Read more...]

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A Humorous Approach to Student Debt: Credit Cartoons

November 7, 2008 by Amy Jussel 21 Comments

Two million kids voted in the Kids Pick the President mock elections and they nailed the outcome. (that's 4 out of 5 of the last Presidential elections, per Nickelodeon news) Now, Consumers Union is getting out the vote AGAIN, this time for a cartoon contest for credit card reform on a one month timeclock: Nov. 5-Dec. 5, 2008! Dangers of Debt Cartoon Contest uses a … [Read more...]