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Why a circle?

People often sit in a circle to foster a sense of equality, connection, and inclusion, allowing everyone to be seen and heard, and encouraging open communication and participation.

Native Americans use circles for various reasons, including teaching, listening, learning, sharing, and healing, emphasizing equality, respect, and a sense of community and interconnectedness.

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Made by students for students

What Matters To Us

BE BRAVE

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How What Matters Means To Us

Because it shares stories from students to future generations to express their own experiences and what they had to go through
It is about giving back and teaches students about how they are seen and how to be comfortable with who they are
Reaches out to everyone across the world
Nobody is exempt

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Growth

Strategy

Be Brave/What Matters To Us combines SEL through peer interactions.
Students just starting middle school can hear stories from students who are about to leave middle schools.
This will be a peer connection, helping students be on equal footing with others who have been where they were.

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Target

Audience

Students 1

Echo

Student 1 is in a brand new school and is still struggling to find themselves and can be overwhelmed by all of the new changes.

The Echo will be a mentor who reaches back out to the student to talk them through, reassuring them that their feelings are valid and they are not alone.

Students are discovering themselves more and more each day and we would like to hear their stories.

Stories shared by those who want to help them will be like Echos reaching back.

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Community Support & Social Features for Education and Awareness

Peer-to-Peer Messaging: A safe, moderated space where teens can message each other for advice or emotional support.

Discussion Forums: Topics categorized by mental health, school struggles, hobbies, relationships, etc., where teens can share experiences and ask questions.

Private Groups: Small, invite-only groups where teens can join based on common interests or experiences.

Anonymity Options: Allow users to share openly without revealing their identity (if they wish) to feel more comfortable.

Real Time Events: Live Webinars, Workshops, live chats, or guest speakers covering topics like mental health, career advice, or coping with stress.

Virtual Hangouts: Online events like movie nights, gaming sessions, or study groups for teens to connect and relax together.

Teens Helping Teens: A program or feature where teens can mentor others or share their stories of overcoming challenges.

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Connection to Resources & Mental Health Services

Guided Journals/Reflection Prompts: Daily or weekly journaling prompts to help teens process their feelings and thoughts.

Mental Health Tips & Articles: Easily accessible information about mental health, self-care, and well-being.

Access to Professionals: Offer connections to therapists or counselors for online consultations, or provide directories of local services.

Mindfulness Tools: Guided meditation, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques to manage stress and anxiety.

Helplines & Emergency Support: Easy access to emergency services, suicide prevention hotlines, and local youth programs.

Local Events & Support Groups: Listings of teen-friendly events, meetups, and support groups based on location.�

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What do I want out of this?

What I want out of this?

What I want out of this is to Help kids whatever they are struggling and ask what is not making them focus. Refers to feelings, Offering reassurance, understanding, and patience can help kids feel safe and supported, reducing anxiety and stress.

We can help kids with therapy or counseling can be beneficial for deeper struggles.

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