Building a Kinder and Braver World (Feat. Shadille Estepan)
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How can stories help make the world a better place? At Born This Way Foundation, stories pave the way for connection and help build a community-driven to improve mental health among young people.  Shadille Estepan, Senior Manager of Communications for Born This Way Foundation, co-founded by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Bissett Germanotta, has observed the power of storytelling from her earliest years as a member of the organization’s inaugural youth advisory board. In her current role, she helps bring the experiences of others to life and helps share the compelling narratives behind the Born This Way Foundation’s programs. Estepan shares the story of the Born This Way Foundation and its programs, illustrating how the organization works to build a braver, kinder world. Tune in to learn how young people are driving change and calling for better mental health support, why storytelling is so effective at driving change, and how you can join the movement and support those struggling with their mental health. LEARN MORE: >>Earn your Be There Certificate to learn about mental health and gain the skills to support others. (https://bornthisway.foundation/current-programs/be-there-certificate) >>Join the movement and discover the Born This Way Foundation’s programs and partnerships. (https://bornthisway.foundation) >>Keep up with the Born This Way Foundation on TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. (https://www.tiktok.com/@btwfoundation), (https://www.facebook.com/bornthiswayfoundation), (https://twitter.com/btwfoundation), (https://www.instagram.com/btwfoundation) >>Learn young people’s stories, submit your own, and take kind action through Channel Kindness. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDjoC8nonyw&list=PLOvheSThxbiVlmdWeVw7iYr3_N1vl90NO&pp=iAQB) >>Follow Estepan on Twitter or Instagram. (https://twitter.com/shadille), (https://instagram.com/shadille) NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >>Listen to the bonus episode to learn...
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