When events such as ICE raids, wars, or protests occur locally or nationally, children and youth often respond with questions, fears, or misunderstandings. Young people are forming ideas about race, power, safety, and belonging. Ignoring these moments can unintentionally reinforce stress, misinformation, or othering. Our Cultures Connecting team developed Guiding Youth in Polarizing Times to provide developmentally informed strategies to help you respond with honesty, care, a

Guiding Youth in Polarizing Times When events such as ICE raids, wars, or protests occur locally or nationally, children and youth often respond with questions, fears, or misunderstandings. Young people are forming ideas about race, power, safety, and belonging. Ignoring these moments can unintentionally reinforce stress, misinformation, or othering. Our Cultures Connecting team developed Guiding Youth in Polarizing Times to provide developmentally informed strategies to help