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Walking into Jacquelyn Smith-Edwards’ Sister Circle felt less like attending an event and more like being welcomed into a space that you already knew. Jacquelyn, a board member of One Circle Foundation, is someone who truly lives the work. She is deeply involved in her community and has been a trained facilitator of our Girls Circle model since 2019. She has been using our models and curricula for years, creating safe Circle spaces. This Women’s Circle was no exception. It was thoughtful, intentional, and full of care. 

The lived experiences of fellow Circle facilitators remind us that we’re not alone in this work. Today, we’re spotlighting Kevin Anthony Green, Chief Visionary & CEO of Seeds of a Father. His reflections illuminate the power of presence, connection, and the life-changing impact of Circles. 

At the Fairfield PAL Teen Center, youth mentor Fatima Adeboye is using creativity, compassion, and the Girls Circle model to inspire transformation. By blending fun, themed activities, like her “Defying the Drama: A Wicked-Themed Girls Circle” with meaningful dialogue, Fatima creates a safe and engaging space where girls feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow. Her work at the PAL Teen Center highlights how creativity in Circle can spark connection, confidence, and lasting change for youth in the Fairfield, Suisun, and Travis communities.

One Circle Foundation is bringing the Girls Circle Facilitator Training to the SF Bay Area on September 11-12, 2025 at Uptown Station Oakland. Join us for a training in California to elevate your Circle facilitation skills and connect with others who strive to make a positive impact in the lives of youth and teens. Read more

In a time when educators are navigating constant shifts, including diminishing attention spans, new AI technology, and shrinking budgets, One Circle Foundation returned from the United School Leadership Conference in Seattle this week with a very clear message: United in community, we are stronger together.

As the Executive Director of One Circle Foundation and a former teen participant in Girls Circle, watching the FX docuseries Social Studies by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Lauren Greenfield felt like a powerful confirmation that teens still need safe, meaningful spaces to express themselves, and they’re not finding them in their digital worlds.

Celebrating Impact. Honoring Strengths. Inspiring Action.  We are thrilled to share One Circle Foundation’s 2024 Annual Report: Honoring Strengths—a powerful reflection of the impact we’ve made together. 

Are you passionate about youth development and transforming communities? Do you want to use your leadership skills to make a lasting impact? Now is your chance to get involved at the highest level by joining One Circle Foundation's (OCF) Board of Directors. 

As part of this commitment, leaders from the MBK Yonkers chapter participated in The Council for Boys and Young Men Facilitator Training, a program focused on equipping educators with strength-based methods to manage group dynamics, address behavioral challenges, and promote safe, healthy behaviors. Attendees included educators, counselors, and school staff from Yonkers’ schools. The training emphasized prevention and intervention strategies that minimize classroom disruptions, maximize group cohesion, and nurture students’ personal growth...

As the chill of November sets in, you might start noticing a sudden abundance of mustaches sprouting up around you—on friends, coworkers, even your local barista. But these are more than just style statements; they’re part of the annual Movember movement, a month-long campaign where men grow mustaches to raise awareness for men's health issues, including prostate and testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Movember isn’t just about facial hair—it’s about sparking conversations, supporting critical health causes, and making a positive impact. We asked Christopher Emmanuel...