Tag Archives: Guest Blogger

One Circle Foundation’s community partner, Oliver Spring (he/him), is a Prevention Specialist with the Delaware County Prevention Education Program (PEP) at Child and Family Focus, Inc. (CFF). Growing up in Delaware County, PA, Oliver is passionate about giving back to his community by educating youth and families about substance use prevention. 

We are all connected. One Circle Foundation is grateful to showcase the transformative work of our partnering organizations and Circle facilitators worldwide in empowering youth. Through their dedication and dynamic implementation of Circles, our partners create safe, inclusive spaces where young ...

Greetings, fellow champions of neurodiversity! In my journey as a seasoned Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), I have had the privilege of delving into the intricacies of supporting individuals across diverse cognitive landscapes. Along this path, I have encountered both challenges and opportunities for growth. Through reflection on my experiences, I have gained valuable insights that can offer

My organization works to support women impacted by trauma and who are in the midst of a transition to take the steps needed to move forward in their lives. I’ve been utilizing the Women’s Circle® curriculum in my Well Woman groups (online women’s support groups) for two years. I’ve used all three guides, but my favorite is the Identity—Who I Am activity guide. There are so many things that I love about the curriculum—the ease of use, the online model that allowed me to shift in the middle of the pandemic, and... Read more.

Yo, being a Black dude in today’s world ain’t easy. People judge you just ‘cause of your skin color, and stereotypes are everywhere you turn. But you know what? I ain’t letting that bring me down. I’m standing tall, pushing through all the negativity with everything I got... Read more.

Hello One Circle Community! My name is Vicki Pitstick, and I have worked on contract with One Circle Foundation for 15 years as a trainer and author of the Women’s Circle® Activity Guides. Recently, the organization invited me to write a blog about an initiative I ran at The Ohio State University for ten years called The Girls Circle Project at Ohio State. First, a little history… my initial introduction to One Circle Foundation, known as Girls Circle Association at that time, occurred when I approached the Girl Scouts of America and explained

People often get excited about New Year's because it represents a fresh start and a new beginning. It’s the time of year where vision boards, resolutions, and goal setting are in full motion. We reflect on what has happened over the past year, identify what needs improvement, and see where we can start fresh for the coming year. We here at One Circle Foundation are no different. The idea of a clean slate and the chance to start anew is very inspiring and... Read More

At the end of each year, we pause to reflect on our work, connections, learnings, and accomplishments and consider our hopes and dreams for the year ahead. We, as staff at One Circle Foundation, are profoundly grateful for this community and mission, so we’d like to take a moment to share some of that gratitude with you. 

Understanding and respecting Native cultures involves recognizing the diversity among Native peoples and acknowledging the historical and ongoing impact of colonization. Here are some guidelines to help you be respectful and inclusive... Read More

A circle is a universal symbol of inclusivity and belonging. Sometimes when we are new to a community, you may feel like you are out of that communal circle. It can be challenging to see where you fit in. Where do you belong?