RESOURCES

At Culture Zone, we believe every young person deserves to feel valued, understood, and supported. Below is a collection of resources to help you find inspiration, community, and guidance on your journey.

Support & Community

The Trevor Project – Free 24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth. thetrevorproject.org

DoSomething.org – A global movement for youth-led activism and change. dosomething.org

Love is Louder – A campaign to boost self-esteem and promote kindness. loveislouder.com

Self-Expression & Creativity

StoryCorps DIY – Share your story and listen to others’ experiences. storycorps.org

Write the World – A creative writing community for young voices. writetheworld.com

Teen Ink – A platform for teen art, writing, and personal stories. teenink.com

Mental Wellness & Self-Care

Crisis Text Line – Free, confidential support via text: Text HOME to 741741. crisistextline.org

Headspace for Youth – Meditation and mindfulness resources. headspace.com

Seize the Awkward – Tools to help start conversations about mental health. seizetheawkward.org

Inclusivity & Identity

We Need Diverse Books – Discover stories that reflect all identities. diversebooks.org

Girls Write Now – A mentoring program for young women and gender-expansive youth. girlswritenow.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of America – Safe spaces for youth development. bgca.org

Leadership & Empowerment

Ashoka Youth Venture – A global network of young changemakers. ashoka.org

Born This Way Foundation – Encouraging kindness and bravery in youth. bornthisway.foundation

TED-Ed – Inspiring talks and lessons for young minds. ed.ted.com