A Movement of Change
Founder of #REALTALK Ashley Watson, narrates the character of #REALTALKBRIDGES how it’s evolved. #REALTALK provides enrichment in literacy, nutrition, individual and career development. It offers an effective way of developing schools and communities impacted by inequitable social determinants of health. We bridge empowering youth to activate, awaken their gifts and identify purpose for healthier mental, emotional and behavioral wellness.
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#REALTALK’S MISSION
Our mission is to teach 9 Life Principles #SAFETY, #RESPECT, #EMPATHY, #LOVE, #HONESTY, #CONFIDENCE, #MATURITY, #FOCUS & #EMPOWERMENT through four core areas of impact Education, Arts Self-Development/Social-Emotional Development & Community Service.
Four Core Areas of Impact
Education
Self-Development/Social-Emotional Development
Arts
Community Service
WHO WE WANT TO SERVE?
Letter to those we serve: 13 to 24 years old,
Embodying and embarking on a teenage journey can be over shadowed by the anxieties and command of your every day. However, at #REALTALK we want you to know that you are #SAFE, #RESPECTED, #LOVED and #EMPOWERED. You are our priority! Your voice matters and we want to be a part of your growth journey. #REALTALK being a part of you means that you’ll always have a family, a home a way from home, a safe space where you can be your true authentic self and where you will always be valued. We also want to serve communities across the world bridging together youth, families, and educational systems.
Testimonials
#REALTALKBRIDGES PROGRAM
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#TEENSWHOCARE
The mission is to build stronger teen humanitarians through social justice leadership, reform, and community service. By bridging intersectional generations, celebrating all backgrounds, and fostering principles of self-development.
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#LYRICALLYHEALING
As the expert of your life maybe you have the answers and need assistance finding your voice. Or maybe you are curious about experiences that impact you? Wherever your walk begins Lyrically Healing can move with you.
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The Jalen Law Collection
Utilizes technology and digital arts, including audio and video stimulation, to allow all types of people to engage with his pieces. Art of Social Emotional Development (A.S.E.D) is a collaborative program providing creative and practical strategies in developing social-emotional intelligence skills.
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Her SACRED WAY
Her Sacred Way strives to contribute to improving the overall health of black women through safe, accessible, culturally competent Wellness offerings to underserved populations. All wellness options Her Sacred Way exudes intention, worthiness and is deserving to all.
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Holistic MUA
Rebekah Holistic MUA encompasses safety, confidence, art, wellness and self expression. When with youth, her goal is to develop their self confidence, identity and creativity through art education. She embodies equity inclusion and humility in her artistry.
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#LADISKIP SPORTS
#LadiSkip Sports activates the principles of #REALTALK Inc. to promote healthy lifestyles and assist all athletes develop through active social-emotional, educational, athletic enrichment workshops within their sport of choice.
#REALTALK EVENTS
#REALTALKBRIDGES launched teen events pre-COVID19. During Covid-19 offering teens a platform to discuss the mental and emotional impact of the world shutting down and non traditional educational practices. As of spring 2022 #REALTALK has partnered with The Natural Hustle Entertainment to continue providing joyful, playful and therapeutic events for teens and communities. Together, we bridge loving experiences.
The Natural Hustle Entertainment specializes in event planning/management, photography, videography, graphic/web design, promotion and much more. The Natural Hustle Entertainment, LLC was established in order to impact people in a positive way through a variety of entertainment. It is imperative for us to give back to the community, we aim towards change and impact on a substantial scale which starts with the work in concert with #REALTALKBRIDGES.
#REALTALK serves as a resource for education and mental health purposes; specifically for young people ages 13 to 24 years old in New York and beyond. We hope to bridge with organizations in service of young people specifically teens. We aim to collectively collaborate and commit to supporting, providing and being in service to thrive communities. You can learn more about some of our partners by clicking below.
