Be the One

Did You Know?

• 99% of White Swan adults believe it's important to spend quality time with our young people.
• Most (7 out of 10) White Swan adults spend quality time with our young people.
• 98% of White Swan adults believe it's important to spend time supporting our young people as they do the things they love.
• 9 out of 10 White Swan adults spend time supporting our young people as they do the things they love.
• 9 out of 10 White Swan adults believe it's important to spend time talking to our young people about what's going on in their lives.
• Most White Swan adults spend time talking to our young people about what's going on in their lives.

The Science of Resilience

When confronted with the fallout of childhood trauma, why do some children adapt and overcome, while others bear lifelong scars that flatten their potential? A growing body of evidence points to one common answer: Every child who winds up doing well has had at least one stable and committed rela­tionship with a supportive adult (source: Harvard).

How to Make a Difference

1. Identify one kid. Then consistently and intentionally invest time with that one kid. Find out what they’re into and spend time doing what matters to them because they matter to you.
2. Don't get discouraged. It takes time to build trust.
3. Let them know you see their potential. Let them know that you see under the surface of their troubles. You see what they can be—and what they can be is amazing. (Source: Josh Shipp)