Amish in America: A Timeline
This article provides a timeline of Amish history in America from the 1680s to the 2010s.
Research Brief: LGBTQ Youth Suicide Prevention in Schools
“Inclusion of suicide prevention may not only train young people to support their peers who are in crisis but may also be beneficial to their own well-being. Using data from The Trevor Project’s 2021 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health, this brief explores the inclusion of LGBTQ people or issues and suicide prevention in middle and high school curriculums.”
Twice Invisible: Understanding Rural Native America
“Outdated Census definitions and poor data quality have led to a misunderstanding about the size and significance of the rural Native American population. Unfortunately, in an era of data-driven decision-making and increased demands for efficiency and impact, small and rural Native communities are often left behind – twice invisible.”
Prevention Tool of the Month: REDEFINESLO
“The Redefine website is a tool for parents, educators, and any adult who has a role in a preteen’s life to find information on the following topics: Gender, Consent, Masculinity, Resilience, Body autonomy, Sex, Sexual orientation, Race and ethnicity, Disability”
Beyond Halal and Haram: Muslims, sex, and relationships
“The card provides information on healthy relationships and sex, guidance and resources for support, how to help a friend, and cultural and religious factors that play into decision-making.”
It’s About Trauma Brochure and Handout
“The It’s About Trauma three-page handout and brochure provide a culturally-based overview of what trauma is, how people respond differently to trauma, and Indigenous ways of healing.”
Escalation Of Abuse
“While it is impossible to predict what an abusive partner might do, in most abusive relationships the tactics of an abusive partner will escalate over time. This can make abuse seem normal and can happen in a way that a victim-survivor doesn’t notice as the abuse increases.”
If Someone You Love Has Been Raped Factsheet
“It is extremely important to know that your first response to your loved one that has been raped will impact how fast she is able to heal. Sometimes it is difficult to find words, to know what to say.”
Know the Laws – By State: Michigan
“[Find] state-specific laws that might be useful for victims and survivors of domestic violence. This information is written in a Q & A format and is meant to provide you with easy-to-understand information.”
MiCAL crisis helpline in Oakland County and Upper Peninsula
“MDHHS announces launch of pilot MiCAL crisis helpline in Oakland County and Upper Peninsula, services to be expanded statewide in coming months. Michiganders in Oakland County and the Upper Peninsula will be able to call, text or chat with MiCAL for free behavioral health crisis triage, support, resource information and referral to local services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. MiCAL can be reached via phone or text at 844-446-4225. Chat through Michigan.gov/MiCAL.”