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When we are supported in growing and maintaining positive mental health in adolescence, we increase our capacity to thrive. Research tells us that strong relationships enhance well-being and growth, and play a critical role in supporting positive mental health. https://hubs.la/Q038Llc80

Like plants, relationships are healthy and strong when they are in environments that provide the nourishment they need. The relational culture of an organization plays an essential role in ensuring that all young people, regardless of background or circumstances, have the nurturing, support, and guidance they need to learn, grow, and thrive. https://hubs.ly/Q038LlH00

The Developmental Assets Framework offers the big picture of what young people need to thrive. That wide-angle perspective is vital for understanding multiple factors that matter across communities and within young people themselves. https://hubs.la/Q038LmHx0

How does your organization or program support youth social capital development? A social capital promoting organization is committed and intentional about infusing meaningful relationships that provide resources and opportunities throughout the entire organization and beyond, in an effort to support young people’s social capital development. https://hubs.ly/Q038LccZ0

When developmental relationships increase over time, so do positive youth development outcomes. Essentially, they help young people thrive! Nurture Developmental Relationships and support youth thriving through our professional development opportunities. https://hubs.ly/Q038LgTQ0

Developmental Relationships are a gateway to a sense of belonging for young people. It Takes Each of Us: Cultivating Developmental Relationships, provides guidance and strategies to develop your own individual approach and next steps to build developmental relationships within your school or program and promote youth thriving. #DevelopmentalRelationships #TogetherForThrivingYouth https://hubs.ly/Q038LlVY0

Our State of Developmental Relationships webinar is now available to watch on demand. We are sharing insights gathered from thousands of young people about the relationships and experiences that shape their world. https://hubs.la/Q03bTwkz0

Safe Faces to Create Safe Spaces - Learn how creating safe spaces and having supportive adults (safe faces) are vital for youth development and fostering positive relationships. #DevelopmentalRelationships https://hubs.ly/Q038Lktq0

Search Institute’s vision remains steadfast: a world where each and every young person has what they need to thrive. Support vital research and practical solutions that focus on the wellbeing and success of young people. Donate today! https://hubs.ly/Q038L9zZ0

Developmental relationships are receptive to the needs of young people at various stages of their lives. They present differently based on individuals' backgrounds, identities, strengths, needs, and circumstances. #DevelopmentalRelationships https://hubs.la/Q038LkZc0