Recently added new resources that may be particularly helpful during these challenging times.

The two featured articles are:

• “Race, Equity and Social Justice Resources” which provides resources to support families and child care providers. https://www.virtuallabschool.org/news/2020-06/racism
• Anxiety in Children & Youth” which teaches coping skills to support children in your program to move through anxious thoughts and experiences. https://www.virtuallabschool.org/news/child-anxiety

Resources are available through AF Libraries.

• Find homework help resources that give students quick access to credible sources covering common topics. Plus, with the integrated tools, users can easily save, share and download content.
• Gale databases is one such resource that brings the best content in various formats all in one place. Get teacher-approved sources to use on projects and assignments.
• Visit the Educational Resources page on the Air Force Portal to access Gale databases and other resources available.

Recently added new resources that may be particularly helpful during these challenging times.

The two featured articles are:

• “Race, Equity and Social Justice Resources” which provides resources to support families and child care providers. https://www.virtuallabschool.org/news/2020-06/racism
• Anxiety in Children & Youth” which teaches coping skills to support children in your program to move through anxious thoughts and experiences. https://www.virtuallabschool.org/news/child-anxiety

Reach out to your state 4-H Extension program to learn of the diversity/inclusion materials, initiatives and resources they have available!

Here are a few national and state resources to get you started:

• 4-H Equity Toolkit provides staff opportunities to foster discussion, learning and competencies around culture, access and equity. https://wellconnectedcommunities.extension.org/equity-toolkit/
• 4-H Social Justice Youth Development: A Guide for Youth Development Professionals helps staff facilitate culturally relevant positive youth development experiences.
• https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/dd590a_72a1bbcd26ae4b44ba8a5877bb40370b.pdf
• Safe Spaces (NY 4-H Cooperative Extension) includes a recorded webinar, PPT slides and suggested questions and role-playing scenarios. https://nys4-h.org/safe-spaces?_ga=2.XXXXXXXXX.2022146462.1592503757-1588878602.1592503757
• “Healing for Youth Programming: Understanding to Support Youth from ALL Racial Backgrounds,” June 25, 12:00-1:00 PM EST:
  Learn more and register at: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9-0S35ExQBu80aJU1BzcsA

• “Conversations with Teens Foster Healing from Traumatic Experiences of Racism” outlines several practices recommended by The American Academy of Pediatrics for adults to address racism and support young people’s well-being. https://www.bgca.org/news-stories/2020/June/Conversations-with-Teens-Foster-Healing-from-Traumatic-Experiences-of-Racism
• “Empower LGBTQ Youth Through Inclusive Practices” empowers staff to let kids know that we see them, and we accept them for whoever they are. https://www.bgca.org/news-stories/2019/June/Empower-LGBTQ-Youth-Through-Inclusive-Practices
• “Supporting Black LGBTQ+ Youth and Their Mental Health” outlines ways for staff to help Black LGBTQ youth cope with trauma and be a supporter and ally. https://www.bgca.org/news-stories/2020/June/Supporting-Black-LGBTQ-Youth-and-Their-Mental-Health