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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261028
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SUMMARY:Are the Kids Alright? It Depends.
DESCRIPTION:Our youth are connected to each other via social media\, and those relationships are meaningful and important. However\, youth spending time with peers\, in person\, is essential to their healthy development. Just published research indicates that youth are experiencing loneliness at higher levels now\, especially with the impact of COVID. The research has shown that teenagers and young adults are lonelier than any other age group\, and a national survey found that four out of 10 young people described themselves as feeling sad\, misunderstood\, suffering from FOMO and without anyone to talk to. Youth who are lonely may be as much as three times more likely to develop depression in the future\, and the impact of loneliness on mental health can last for years. Recently published research found that a significant predictor of satisfying romantic relationships\, adult work competence and quality of life in adulthood was positive peer relationships in middle and high school. This workshop will:  \n\nExamine research addressing youth and loneliness\, peer relationships and mental health; \n\n\nLook at the importance of developing and creating peer connections; \n\n\nReview strategies and resources in the social-emotional development and healthy peer relationships among youth \n\n\nIf you are interested in registering for one of our webinars\, please contact: \nAmy Nace \nEmail: alnace@pmyf.org \nPhone: 717-367-1536\, ext. 2
URL:https://pmyf.org/event/are-the-kids-alright-it-depends-2/
LOCATION:MCIU (Montgomery County Imtermediate Unit)\, MCIU (Montgomery County Imtermediate Unit)\, Norristown\, PA\, 19401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bullying Workshop,Masonic Youth Foundation Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261104
DTSTAMP:20260930T192948Z
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SUMMARY:Scrolling Under Stress: Social Media\, Cyberbullying and Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Our children and teens move through a digital landscape that is constantly changing while shaping their emotional\, social and behavioral health. The Pew Research Center found that nearly half of U.S. teens report being online “almost constantly.” While most teens say they feel more connected to their friends through social media\, that constant connectivity can lead to significant challenges with online harassment\, cyberbullying and a toll on mental health. In a second study conducted by the Pew Research Center in 2025\, 48% of teens said they think social media has a “mostly negative” effect on peers their age\, an increase from 32% in 2022.This workshop will: \nExamine how the connection between social media use\, peer relationships and cyberbullying impacts mental health; \nLook at the escalating impact of cyberbullying\, from online harassment to organized\, targeted aggression; \nIdentify how social media and cyberbullying contributes to anxiety\, depression\, sleep disruption\, issues with self-worth\, comparison culture and emotional overload; \nReview strategies and resources that support resilience in youth and help them to navigate their digital world more safely \nIf you are interested in registering for one of our webinars\, please contact: \nAmy Nace \nEmail: alnace@pmyf.org \nPhone: 717-367-1536\, ext. 2
URL:https://pmyf.org/event/scrolling-under-stress-social-media-cyberbullying-and-mental-health/
LOCATION:BHTEN (Behavioral Health Training & Education Network)\, Riverview Place\, 520 Delaware Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bullying Workshop,Masonic Youth Foundation Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTSTAMP:20260930T193049Z
CREATED:20260930T193049Z
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UID:6851-1794268800-1794355199@pmyf.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Youth to Move from Bystanders to Upstanders
DESCRIPTION:Incidents of bullying almost always happen in the presence of peers\, allowing bullying to thrive when bystanders stay silent. Empowering youth to stand up\, speak out and support their peers can change norms and transform school climate. This workshop will equip school and agency staff to help students understand their role in the cycle of bullying and harassment. It will:  \n\nExamine bullying and harassment among children and adolescents and its impact on both aggressors and targets; \n\n\nExplore the social and psychological dynamics of bullying and bystander behavior; \n\n\nLearn evidence-based approaches to foster empathy; \n\n\nExplore effective\, safe and practical interventions and strategies youth can use to intervene and be an upstander in bullying incidents \n\n\nIf you are interested in registering for one of our webinars\, please contact: \nAmy Nace \nEmail: alnace@pmyf.org \nPhone: 717-367-1536\, ext. 2
URL:https://pmyf.org/event/empowering-youth-to-move-from-bystanders-to-upstanders/
LOCATION:Masonic Conference Center – Patton Campus\, 1244 Bainbridge Road\, Elizabethtown\, PA\, 17022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bullying Workshop,Masonic Youth Foundation Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261118
DTSTAMP:20260930T193418Z
CREATED:20260930T193150Z
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SUMMARY:The New Digital Dilemma: AI and Youth
DESCRIPTION:The complex and ever-changing digital world of our youth demands that adults stay informed and engaged to help youth navigate if safely and confidently. Artificial intelligence is transforming the daily lives of children and teens – from their classrooms to their social worlds to their sense of self. AI provides opportunities as well as significant risks for youth\, highlighting the need for school and agency staff to understand both its potential and possible consequences. This workshop will examine the psychological\, developmental and ethical implications of AI for youth\, analyzing AI-generated content\, deepfakes\, online safety and the impact on mental health. Practical strategies to help youth engage in responsible use will be discussed\, along with resources to support adults in providing guidance for safe\, ethical and developmentally appropriate AI use.  \nIf you are interested in registering for one of our webinars\, please contact: \nAmy Nace \nEmail: alnace@pmyf.org \nPhone: 717-367-1536\, ext. 2
URL:https://pmyf.org/event/the-new-digital-dilemma-ai-and-youth/
LOCATION:IU-10 Central Intermediate Unit\, 60 Decibel Road\, Suite 107\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bullying Workshop,Masonic Youth Foundation Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
DTSTAMP:20260930T193404Z
CREATED:20260930T193244Z
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SUMMARY:Teens\, Technology & Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Youth use technology and social media for entertainment\, to post commentary and content\, maintain and make new connections and navigate relationships. Sometimes those relationships can be harmful. Cyberbullying\, sexting\, sexual bullying and digital dating violence impact a significant number of our youth\, often with long lasting consequences. The current research addressing cyberbullying and harassment\, sexting and digital dating violence will be reviewed. The workshop will also cover reducing risk factors and enhancing protective factors.  \nIf you are interested in registering for one of our webinars\, please contact: \nAmy Nace \nEmail: alnace@pmyf.org \nPhone: 717-367-1536\, ext. 2
URL:https://pmyf.org/event/teens-technology-relationships/
LOCATION:MCIU (Montgomery County Imtermediate Unit)\, MCIU (Montgomery County Imtermediate Unit)\, Norristown\, PA\, 19401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bullying Workshop,Masonic Youth Foundation Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261203
DTSTAMP:20260930T193347Z
CREATED:20260930T193347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T193347Z
UID:6857-1796169600-1796255999@pmyf.org
SUMMARY:Creating Well-Being in the Digital World
DESCRIPTION:Youth spend a significant amount of time in the digital world\, and at increasingly younger ages. The digital world has opened doors to everything from educational opportunities\, to meeting and getting to know others\, to creating vlogs\, blogs and other creative outlets. There has also been a decline in in-person interactions with peers\, alongside a sharp rise in mental health issues. How to effectively manage this digital world is key to the mental health and emotional well-being of our youth. In addition to exploring the current research\, this workshop will:  \n\nReview of the latest research addressing youth and media diet; \n\n\nLook at the mental health aspects of digital speech\, including cyberbullying\, self-harm and addiction to media; \n\n\nExamine the emotional health aspects of digital speech; \n\n\nReview the issues of tolerance\, decency and understanding; \n\n\nDiscuss resources that can help develop the mental and physical well-being of youth in the digital world. \n\n\nIf you are interested in registering for one of our webinars\, please contact: \nAmy Nace \nEmail: alnace@pmyf.org \nPhone: 717-367-1536\, ext. 2
URL:https://pmyf.org/event/creating-well-being-in-the-digital-world/
LOCATION:BHTEN (Behavioral Health Training & Education Network)\, Riverview Place\, 520 Delaware Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bullying Workshop,Masonic Youth Foundation Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261210
DTSTAMP:20260930T193552Z
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UID:6861-1796774400-1796860799@pmyf.org
SUMMARY:Scrolling and Struggling: The Mental Health Impact of Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Extensive evidence confirms that high social media use has a significant impact on the mental health of our youth. Children and teens who spend more than three hours daily on social media platforms face double the risk of experiencing severe symptoms of anxiety and depression\, often exacerbated by unrealistic beauty or lifestyle standards\, sleep disruptions and an overwhelming fear of missing out. Meta\, TikTok\, Snap Inc. and YouTube recently settled a social media addiction case with a Kentucky school district\, and other lawsuits are pending.   \nThis workshop explores how the digital diet of youth shapes their emotional\, social and cognitive well-being. The psychological impact of comparison culture\, constant connection\, cyberbullying and harassment will be examined. Resources and strategies to support youth in developing resilience\, digital wellness and healthier online behaviors. \nIf you are interested in registering for one of our webinars\, please contact: \nAmy Nace \nEmail: alnace@pmyf.org \nPhone: 717-367-1536\, ext. 2
URL:https://pmyf.org/event/scrolling-and-struggling-the-mental-health-impact-of-social-media/
LOCATION:Masonic Conference Center – Patton Campus\, 1244 Bainbridge Road\, Elizabethtown\, PA\, 17022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bullying Workshop,Masonic Youth Foundation Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261217
DTSTAMP:20260930T193717Z
CREATED:20260930T193717Z
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UID:6863-1797379200-1797465599@pmyf.org
SUMMARY:Recognizing and Responding to Youth Sexual Harassment & Bullying
DESCRIPTION:The social environments youth navigate are sometimes complex\, both in person and online — where sexual harassment and sexual bullying can occur in subtle or overtly harmful ways. Data indicates that nearly half of all students in grades 7 through 12 experience sexual harassment in a single year. There is disparity in the number of youth who share experiences of sexual harassment and incidents of sexual violence compared to the number of official reports filed by schools.  \nThis workshop will define sexual harassment in youth contexts and look at the social\, cultural and developmental factors that contribute to this behavior. Participants will explore real‑world scenarios\, examine the impact of sexualized behaviors on youth well‑being and learn trauma‑sensitive strategies for intervention. The session emphasizes prevention\, communication and building supportive environments where all young people feel respected and empowered. \nIf you are interested in registering for one of our webinars\, please contact: \nAmy Nace \nEmail: alnace@pmyf.org \nPhone: 717-367-1536\, ext. 2
URL:https://pmyf.org/event/recognizing-and-responding-to-youth-sexual-harassment-bullying/
LOCATION:MCIU (Montgomery County Imtermediate Unit)\, MCIU (Montgomery County Imtermediate Unit)\, Norristown\, PA\, 19401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bullying Workshop,Masonic Youth Foundation Calendar
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