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Movement for Violence Prevention
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Summer Sizzlin'
July has brought us some long stretches of 90 degree heat! We hope you're staying cool as you enjoy your summer activities. For places to cool off during those extra-hot days, see the following maps of cooling options in Hennepin, Washington, and Ramsey counties.
What are you up to this summer? Whether you're working hard in summer school, sports, or jobs, or enjoying the break with friends and family- let us know what's been the highlight of your summer so far!
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What We're Up ToWe've been busy celebrating Juneteenth and Pride with our Tubman team, attending community events and trainings, and updating our curriculum for the upcoming school year.
If you're interested in making your voice heard during these changes, join us for our in-person curriculum review event on Wednesday, July 16th from 12pm-2pm at Tubman Chrysalis!
All participants (open to ages 12-19) will recieve a free lunch and $50 Visa gift card for their valuable insight. We would love to hear your throughts!
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Stop By!While school is out, a great way to stay connected with Tubman is to swing by our NorthStar Youth Outreach Center in Maplewood Mall. Cool off and relax with friends, pick up basic needs supplies, do a load of laundry, or connect with a staff member for some drop-in support. We are here for you! Click to see updated hours.
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Juneteenth at NSYOC, 2025
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Media SpotlightSome youth-led media sources and projects that we've been tuning into this summer...
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Youth journalists in North Minneapolis report on community talk, trends, and truth. The Tea is part of North News's mission to train community youth in journalism.
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Twin Cities youth discuss real-life social issues that teens and young adults face in our daily lives. Youth Soup is a podcast from Listen Up Youth Radio's Youth Media Collective.
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Twin Cities youth and adults engage in dialogue about vital issues impacting Minnesota's young people. Youthprise Conversations: Disrupting With Purpose Series is a virtual series of 90-minute conversations facilitated by Youthprise.
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Upcoming Community Events
- National Night Out and Night to Unite are coming up on August 5th! Click here to see what your neighbors are up to.
- The Minneapolis Aquatennial, celebrated from July 23-26, includes fireworks, parades, vintage fairs, and more!
- Powderhorn Art Fair (August 2-3) hosts 150+ vendors and artists alongside food trucks and live music in beautiful Powderhorn park.
- Back to School events are happening all over the cities in mid-August! Find an event near you for free school supplies, information, and community fun like BBQ's, music, and talent shows.
- Eastside Short Film Fest will screen short films created by youth in the East Side Scultpure Park on September 13th!
- And more! Check out this calendar or this calendar for free youth events coming up in your area.
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Book With Us
We have more openings in the summer months, and our free violence prevention program is not only available for schools, but also for summer camps, faith communities, and leadership retreats. If an organization you are a part of or someone you know is interested in having us come by to chat about healthy relationships with your youth, email us at youth@tubman.org!
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Keep in touch!
Find us on Instagram, TikTok, FB, and X: @TubmanMVP
Email us anytime! We’re here to answer questions, provide resources, hear your ideas, give you volunteer opportunities, and chat with you. You are always invited to add to our blog posts and newsletters, and if you have something you’d like us to promote on social media, let us know!
Visit our website MyDefinition for info about events & contests, as well as relationship info, resources, quizzes, vids, blog posts, and more!
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