Teen Talk AR
Supporting youth and families in building positive connections by understanding the health needs of teens and how to have open, supportive conversations about sensitive health topics.
Programs
Healthy Happens Here: Teen Health Arkansas Programs
Teen Health Arkansas (THAR) programs bring a teen-centered approach to education and engagement, building an evidence-based foundation for a lifetime of health opportunities and choices. Working with teens, the adults who care for them, and the decision-makers and leaders who influence them, THAR programs prepare communities to support teen health, making it possible for healthy teens to contribute to the health and prosperity of their communities.
Youth leave our programs more confident and capable to:
- Talk about their health needs with a trusted adult and healthcare providers
- Communicate with teachers and supervisors in school or work settings
- Recognize and reframe negative thoughts
- Recognize and navigate feeling stressed, angry, or triggered
- Talk to their peers about preventing STIs and pregnancy, including abstinence
- Talk with a partner about protecting their health
Our Pillars for Impact
Learn more about our programs and how to be a champion for teens by partnering with us in your community.
Mobilizing Youth Summit
The Mobilizing Youth Summit (MYSummit) is an annual convening with young people from across the Southern United States that strengthens youth engagement in policy, leadership, advocacy, and organizing.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
THAR’s Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge, or is in crisis.
More2Me: Workforce Development
THAR’s youth-centered, trauma-informed workforce development series supports participants to build the practical skills needed to get a job and keep it by connecting workforce readiness to everyday life.