Tag Archives: Boys Council

A recent TIME article laid out the harsh reality many of us already feel in our work: one in four young men in America reports feeling deeply lonely on any given day. Two-thirds of them believe no one cares whether they're okay. Boys are less likely than girls to be diagnosed with depression, but more likely to die by suicide. 

This April, during National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we invite you to read a powerful personal story from Shayla Benson, One Circle Foundation’s Director of Curricula. As a survivor and sexuality educator, Shayla shares what she witnessed in school hallways, how consent culture is often missing in youth spaces, and what led her to create Voice & Choice: Embracing Boundaries and Consent.

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...

Through a collaborative process involving our board, staff, facilitators, and valued partners, One Circle Foundation has reimagined and refreshed our Vision and Mission statements to better align with the needs of this moment. This process allowed us to reflect on our purpose and direction as we continue to empower youth and strengthen communities.   We’re excited to share this renewed vision as we move forward with clarity and purpose.  OCF VISION: Youth thrive worldwide through compassionate connections and healthy relationships within their communities.   OCF MISSION: Prepare caring adults with excellent accredited training, user-friendly activity guides, and innovative approaches to facilitate research-based Circles for transformational youth development. 

In today’s interconnected world, facilitators have a unique opportunity to grow their Circle programs by leveraging the power of referrals and effective outreach strategies. Whether you’re just starting or looking to expand your reach, the key to success lies in building a strong network and showcasing the value of your offerings. In this blog, we highlight our friends at Los Alamos Juvenile Justice Advisory Board (JJAB) and their diverse strategies to promote Circle engagement, enabling them to create a thriving community and make a meaningful impact.

Message from Our E.D. July was a full month at One Circle Foundation. We attended the American School Counselors Association conference, launched updated and new digital curricula, celebrated one of our staff members getting married, welcomed two new members to our Board of Directors, and connected with countless organizations and facilitators to provide support, training, and resources from all over the US and a few folks from Zimbabwe, Sierra Leone, and Canada. Supporting facilitators, communities, and youth is what we live for at One Circle Foundation. We’re proliferators of Circle guardians worldwide, and we are here to support you in this work. Here’s to a great first half of 2024. Onward and upward.   – Moorea Dickason

This month, we traveled to Kansas City, MO, to exhibit at the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Conference. The theme was "Fired Up," and let me tell you… the participants, indeed, were. Over 3,000 school counselors, administrators, private practice clinicians, community organizations, and teachers gathered to find resources to help them support the youth in their communities. The energy and enthusiasm were palpable, and the experience motivated us more than ever to make a positive impact. 

Supporting youth through challenging times just got easier. Digital stand-alone sessions of All Together Rising are now available. Target the immediate needs of your Circle by purchasing a single facilitator-guided session on the specific forms of adversity your group members may be experiencing: Community Violence, Loss/Grief, Housing Insecurity

Presenting One Circle Foundation’s Inaugural Annual Report: Honoring Wisdom! We are excited to share our first annual report, Honoring Wisdom, which encapsulates our most notable achievements in 2023 and our vision for the future. Within this report, you’ll discover our impactful initiatives and accomplishments over the year, and

All Together Rising is One Circle Foundation’s answer to the call from youth service providers for Circle sessions that directly address some of the familiar adverse conditions affecting many youth. All Together Rising is an innovative collection of supplemental Circle sessions, compatible with any One Circle model (Girls Circle, Unity Circle, or The Council for Boys and Young Men), which has been meticulously developed to address the complexities of eight different adverse childhood experiences: community violence, food insecurity, homelessness & housing insecurity