CELEBRATING PRIDE IN JUNE

This Pride Month, we celebrate the intersection of Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) and Positive Psychology with the values of inclusivity and acceptance. Research shows that PCEs, such as feeling safe, supported, and valued, can significantly enhance resilience and mental health outcomes and reduce the risk of depression, anxiety, and suicide among LGBTQIA+ individuals. MRBN is dedicated to embracing diversity and promoting protective factors, recognizing that these values are essential for empowering LGBTQIA+ youth to thrive. Let’s work together to create safe, affirming relationships and environments that recognize and celebrate every child's unique identity, ensuring a brighter, more connected future for all.

Check out our first article as a Journey Magazine Community Partner:

Building Strong Futures: Resilience and Positive Childhood Experiences

WHAT WE'RE LOVING...

LISTEN

InterPod

READ

Supercommunicators

DO

Brain Hemisphere Hat

LEARN

Recipes for Happiness

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPH

Our newsletter photo this month is Albion Summer Sunset by Melinda Corey, an MRBN reader who is an Outreach Specialist for Help Me Grown Maine. Thank you, Melinda!

If you'd like to see your photo featured, please email us your original photography for consideration.

Please note that sending us photographs grants us permission to use them, be sure to include your attribution details!

UPCOMING EVENTS

MRBN Network Meeting-Meet the New Executive Director!

June 20th, 2024, 9:00 - 11:30 AM (Virtual, via Zoom)

Dr. Delvina Miremadi-Baldino wants to meet you! Learn more about MRBN's new director while you weigh in on what you'd like to see from MRBN. Then join her for an engaging talk: The Summertime Switch: 4 Simple Questions to Help Your Family Transition into Summer with Hope, Connection, and Resilience. She'll dive into practical strategies to help your family strengthen your connections while building resilience this summer!

Supporting Children, Families, and Communities to Thrive:

Promoting Positive Childhood Experiences and Resilience

*Workshop Series for EarlyChild Care and Education Providers Only, please note these sessions are limited to those serving birth to 8 years.*

A Framework for Implementing Positive Childhood Experiences to Support Healthy Child Development (Part II): June 10th, 6-8PM

Addressing Compassion Fatigue and Resilience Strategies in Educators and Caregivers: June 24, 6-9PM