GCAPP

Community Conversation | Newton County
2021-09-30 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom
As the COVID-19 surge continues, young people and families are in major need of resources to thrive.
GCAPP partners with local organizations Newton County Family Connection and the Newton County Drug Free Community Coalition to host a virtual community conversation.
Let’s amplify community voices to identify current challenges and connect families to the right tools. We are inviting youth-serving professionals and organizations, youth advocates, parents, and community leaders across sectors in Newton county to join us for this important event focused on collaborative solutions. Click here to register.

Mental Health Awareness Webinar
2021-09-30 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
September is suicide prevention month. All month, youth-serving professionals, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. Youth Advisory Council members from GCAPP and Fulton County AHYD will discuss risk factors, protective factors, warning signs, and how to connect to someone at risk. Register here.

What the... Puberty!!! Workshop
2021-09-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
GCAPP and Talk More invite parents/caregivers, youth-serving professionals, and young people to an engaging online discussion about puberty. Our guest speaker, Lauren Barineau, who is the founder of Talk More, will walk us through the physical, social, and emotional changes of puberty. Plus, she will share effective strategies for having positive conversations around development. Register here!

Community Conversation | Southwest GA!
2021-09-16 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Join GCAPP in partnership with United Way of Southwest GA, Family Connections, and community leaders from neighboring counties, for an important event about the overall health and well-being of young people in the Southwest, GA area.
GCAPP continues to collaborate with partners in local communities throughout the state to identify ways we can support local efforts to improve the health and emotional and social wellness of youth. We are calling on youth-serving professionals and organizations, youth advocates, parents, and community leaders across sectors in Calhoun, Colquitt, Dougherty, Early, Mitchell, Randolph, and Terrell counties to join us for this important event focused on collaborative solutions. Click here to register.

Back to School with COVID
2021-08-19 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Join us Thursday, August 19 at 6 PM for a free webinar, Back to School with COVID. The new school year is here and many students are returning to in-person learning as COVID remains a significant public health concern. Some students may experience anxiety or lack of motivation when transitioning back to a classroom. Fortunately, our college and high school Youth Advisory Council members are sharing their experiences, plus tips and strategies to help peers and adult supporters create a steady transition for a productive, safe school year.

GCAPP Day @ E.F.F.E.C.T. Fitness
2021-08-14 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | E.F.F.E.C.T. FITNESS, 1995B Metropolitan Parkway, Atlanta, GA, 30315, United States
Make a donation to GCAPP and join us in-person at E.F.F.E.C.T. FITNESS located in Atlanta or participate virtually from home for one of the most creative workouts around—all to benefit Georgia’s youth. Show proof of your donation on-site for free entry to the E.F.F.E.C.T. Fitness bootcamp classes at 8:00 or 10:00 a.m. If you wish to participate in GCAPP Day bootcamp classes virtually, you will receive the link to the live stream after you complete your donation in advance of the event day.

Every donation is important. Your support will help youth across the state have the knowledge, skills, and motivation they need to make healthy choices and maximize their potential. Thank you to Keundric “Dooley” Loucious, founder/owner of E.F.F.E.C.T. FITNESS and GCAPP board member, for making this exciting event possible.

Cyberstalking, Online Dating Violence & Cyber Harassment
2021-07-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Help protect young people in your life from online abuse

Join us Thursday, July 22 at noon for a free webinar, Child Safety in a Digital Age. Unfortunately, the internet is a new playground where bullying can occur 24/7 and unsafe adults lurk behind fake profiles. However, we have some good news. You don’t have to be a tech expert to keep your child safe. In this webinar, we will demystify the digital safety landscape with special guest Adam Dodge, founder of EndTAB. Tune in to learn about practical approaches that you can implement to ensure youth are safer online.

Spectrum of Sexuality
2021-06-17 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Zoom
Join a youth-led discussion by GCAPP’s Youth Advisory Council as they share young people’s perspectives of the spectrum of sexuality and discuss how parents and other caring adults can support youth on their sexuality journey.
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