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Programs Begin!
We are so happy to be back in the classroom after the long summer hiatus. This Fall, we are working with students at Bartram, Bodine, Carver,
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Measuring Our Impact – ISE’s Research Study Shows Positive Impact & Informs Our Steps Forward
Inner Strength has measured our impact empirically since 2015. This year, under a study approved by the Institutional Review Board and School District of Philadelphia’s Office of Research, we have continued to measure the impact of
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Convening: Office of School Climate & Culture
Last month, we also had the privilege and opportunity to join the school district’s Office of School Climate and Culture (OSCC) gathering to help weave contemplative practices throughout the 2-days, providing insight into how to
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Building Community in West Philadelphia – A Racap of our Juneteenth Celebration
By, Neanta Parnell West Philadelphia knows how to party. Home to the largest Juneteenth Celebration in the nation, the West Philadelphia community came together at Malcolm X Park to share love and support on a
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Inner Strength Expands to Reach Younger Students and Finds a Welcome Reception!
By Haylee Warner This past semester, Haylee Warner finished teaching a pilot program with three 7th grade classes and one 8th grade class at the Girard Academic Music Program (GAMP). Haylee shared her experience and key instructional
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Reflections on the Meaning of Juneteenth
By Neanta Parnell On June 18th, Inner Strength will be attending the Juneteenth Parade and Festival, an event celebrating all that is Black and beautiful. Juneteenth celebrates the ending of slavery within the United States.
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Villanova Social Impact Competition Announces A Winner
By Neanta Parnell Inner Strength was chosen as the nonprofit of focus for Villanova’s very first Social Impact Competition (SIC). Lance Breitstein founded the competition as a result of his desire to help others. “The
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Affirmations, A Practice of Resilience
Affirmation decks to boost your mood and assist in stress management Neanta Parnell – April 25, 2023 You are affirmed in your existence. How did that statement make you feel when you read it? More
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What it Means to Be a Social Worker (Part 2)
Celebrating Social Workers Nationwide with Jai Thompson and Carole Showell Neanta Parnell – April 24, 2023 In this post, we continue to examine the necessity of social work and how it relates to mindfulness, identity,
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What it Means to Be a Social Worker
Celebrating Social Workers Nationwide with Jai Thompson and Carole Showell Neanta Parnell – April 24, 2023 As an organization that works to help youth realize their highest potential through mindfulness, it can be challenging for