The youth of our world are our potential. They are the seeds through which more roots and branches will grow. At ROOTS, we believe that allowing youth to explore topics of identity, build self-love and empowerment, and gain the tools to manage conflicts and bias can be the foundation upon which a more equitable and just society can grow. We believe that once individuals feel whole, they can begin to dismantle the multiple layers of oppression, from the inside out.

Project ROOTS is a weeklong residential program for high school students (entering grades 10-12). Schools and community groups can send delegations of between 4-8 students in order to build the critical mass needed to catalyze social change.

During this life-changing journey, our youth participants will:

Cultivate self-love and empowerment
Develop empathy for others
Explore identity, equity, and justice
Build community and solidarity
Challenge bias and oppression
Mindfully engage in activism
Catalyze social change

A typical day at Project ROOTS:

Small group discussions & story sharing
Experiential workshops on justice, equity and inclusion
Team building, problem solving, & leadership development
Movement & mindfulness practices

The Project ROOTS staff: Our staff is made up of educators, social workers, environmental justice activists, community organizers, healing practitioners, and more. They are highly trained in working with youth around issues of community, justice and equity.

We so appreciate contributions of any size! Your support with help us send students to ROOTS who otherwise would not be able to afford to.

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