National Runaway Safeline, Chicago, IL Videos

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A new episode of "Let's Talk" is now available! We are excited to welcome National Runaway Safeline’s Director of Training, Sebastian Ramos, to the podcast! In this episode, we have conversation reflecting on missed opportunities for teaching and practice mindfulness during our school years. Sebastian shares his thoughts on ways mindfulness can be implemented in an educational setting today, and how talking about self-regulation at a young age teaches young people how to set healthy mental health boundaries. Click here to learn more about the Let’s Talk: Runaway Prevention Curriculum modules on Stress Reduction and Anger Management: https://1800runaway.org/letstalk Click here to learn more about Youth Homeless Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Month, formerly National Runaway Prevention Month (NRPM): https://1800runaway.org/hope

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Can we count on you as a #YouthHOPEMonth partner? Registering is quick, simple and free … complete the partner form at https://1800RUNAWAY.org/hopepartner

60s Reasons to Ask for Help.mp4
Kellie had a plan, but situations can change quickly. No matter how bad things get, they can always get better. The first step is asking for help. Call or Text 1-800-RUNAWAY or visit 1800RUNAWAY.org to take your first step today.

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We are thrilled to announce that National Runaway Prevention Month (NRPM) has officially been rebranded as Youth Homelessness Outreach, Prevention, & Education Month, or Youth HOPE Month! https://1800RUNAWAY.org/hope Since 2001, November has been recognized as National Runaway Prevention Month following a White House Conference on Exploited and Runaway Children. The National Runaway Safeline (NRS) has partnered with hundreds of national, state, and local organizations to promote this vital public awareness campaign. Our goal has always been to highlight the often invisible and overlooked experiences of youth who have run away or experienced homelessness. The landscape of youth homelessness and runaway issues has evolved significantly since NRPM’s inception. Our understanding of the needs and experiences of young people has deepened and broadened, leading to a more inclusive and comprehensive approach. Today, it is widely acknowledged that incorporating the perspectives of young people with lived experiences is critical in shaping effective support and interventions. In the coming weeks, we will open registration for individuals and organizations to become official partners of Youth HOPE Month. As a valued past partner of NRPM and/or NRS, you can register as a partner for free NOW! By registering, you gain access to dozens of free resources, including toolkits, outreach materials, and social media graphics. You'll join a network of the most dedicated youth-facing service providers, community leaders, and supporters in the RHY community. Unlike NRPM, which required annual registration, you will only need to complete registration once, and you can easily make any necessary updates directly with NRS’s communications team. You or your organization will remain life-long partners in Youth HOPE Month unless you request removal from our database.

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Need someone to talk to? Need guidance or support? Our hotline and text line are available 24/7 at 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929). Whether you're in crisis or just need someone to listen, National Runaway Safeline team members are here to help. Reach out anytime. No pressure. No judgement. Just support.

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There are so Many Reasons to Ask for Help. You'll be Glad you Did. 1800RUNAWAY.org or 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929)

You've been challenged! #ChooseYou #YouAreWorthy

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It is HOT out these days! Consider helping local shelters and drop-in centers by donating summer supplies and other needs. Shelters throughout the country provide safety and protection for people experiencing homelessness. However, many struggle to stay fully stocked with popular, essential items and supplies. This includes summer staples! Help out by donating new (or, in some cases, gently used) items to your local shelter.

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The National Runaway Safeline forum is a safe space for young people who want guidance and support, but may not be ready to call our hotline and talk about their experiences. The forum is moderated by the NRS team, and is open to young people and parents/guardians with questions about topics like family issues, legal issues, and relationships. 1800RUNAWAY.org/forum

NRS - Home Free (Mobile Video) (1).mp4
Ready to go home? Need to get to a safe place? The National Runaway Safeline can help! The Home Free program provides a free Greyhound bus ticket to reunite you with your family or legal guardian, or helps you reach an alternative living arrangement, such as a community-based transitional living program. Also, we collaborate with youth, parents and guardians, law enforcement, anti-trafficking organizations, social service and health care providers, and others to ensure youth who are victims of labor and sex trafficking safely connect with caring adults or get to an alternative living program. Learn more at 1800RUNAWAY.org/HOMEFREE

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Need someone to talk to? No time of day is off limits. Our hotline and text line are available 24/7 at 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929). Whether you're in crisis or just need someone to listen, National Runaway Safeline team members are here to help. Reach out anytime. No pressure. No judgment. Just support.

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It's hot out there! Millions across the nation are enduring a prolonged heat wave, with several cities experiencing record-breaking temperatures. The extreme heat and high humidity pose a SEVERE HEALTH RISK. PLEASE EXERCISE CAUTION DURING JULY 4TH EVENTS and throughout the weekend, especially in the southern and western regions, which will continue to experience this dangerous heat. Hydration is key! If you need a place to keep cool or stay hydrated, contact the National Runaway Safeline for help connecting to a nearby cooling center or shelter. Call or text us anytime at 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929). Stay safe and take care of each other!

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July is Disability Pride Month, celebrating the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This groundbreaking civil rights law prohibits discrimination based on disability and has paved the way for greater inclusivity. The National Runaway Safeline is proud to honor the achievements of individuals with both visible and invisible disabilities. Throughout the month, we will share life-changing resources and raise awareness about the gaps in services for youth experiencing homelessness.

Support LGBTQ+ youth this Pride season with NRS pride gear! When you wear our gear, you’re not just showing your support—you’re helping fund essential programs and services for homeless youth nationwide, available 24/7. This collection is only available for a limited time before! Get your gear today at https://nationalrunawaysafeline.org/store

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It. Is. Hot! A prolonged heat wave will hit millions of people across the country with temps soaring 15 to 25 degrees above normal, reaching into the 100s in some places. The heat, combined with high humidity, poses a SEVERE HEALTH RISK. If you find yourself without a place to keep cool, contact the National Runaway Safeline for help connecting to a nearby cooling center or shelter. Call or text us at 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) any time of day to make sure you're #HotGirlSummer isn't *too* hot! https://1800RUNAWAY.org/

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The National Runaway Safeline forum is a safe space created specifically for young people who want guidance, but may not be ready to open up about their own experiences. This forum is moderated by the NRS team, and is only open to young people with questions about topics like family issues, legal issues, and relationships. https://1800runaway.org/forum

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PRO-TIP: Your NRS Pride Merch can double as a "Wear Green Day" look during National Runaway Prevention Month this November. This year, we're proud to offer all of our tshirts, tank tops and hoodies in a range of colors, including shades of green that look good on everyone! Shop today! All proceeds benefit NRS programs and services. https://nationalrunawaysafeline.org/store

Author Rex Ogle recently released Road Home the final installment of his memoir trilogy. The series follows Rex through middle school (Free Lunch), high school (Punching Bag), and now, after high school graduation, as he shares his experiences with poverty, cycles of abuse and homelessness. In this episode, Rex talks about the emotional toll of sharing past traumas, how some publishers turned him away because they thought he was too vulnerable, and why it was important for him not to sugar-coat his experience. Rex also explains how overcoming internalized homophobia played a role in finding chosen family. Listen on your favorite podcast platform of stream for free on the Let's Talk Podcast homepage -- https://1800RUNAWAY.org/podcast

Introducing the NRS 2024 Pride Collection! This year we've included a variety of stylish shirts, tank tops, and hoodies, in a variety of color. You will also find new items, such as baby onesies, YETI cups, hats, blankets, bags, and more! One design features a poem written by Antonio Davis-Robinson, NRS Youth Advisory Board member and youth mental health advocate. Every purchase supports NRS programs and services. Shop now at https://nationalrunawaysafeline.org/store

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At NRS, we proudly support all youth, no matter their gender identity or sexual orientation. We recognize that LGBTQIA2S+ youth are much more likely to experience homelessness or be asked to leave home, and want to proudly proclaim that WE ARE HERE FOR YOU 24/7! This Pride Month, we look forward to highlighting thought-provoking data about the significant obstacles LGBTQIA2S+ face, as well as supportive, affirming resources! Stay proud, stay strong, and know that NRS always has your back!