• American Psychological Association is the largest scientific and professional organization respresenting psychology in the United States, working to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare.
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• American School Counselor Association focuses on providing professional development, enhancing school counseling programs, and researching effective school counseling practices
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• American School Health Association unites the many professionals working in schools who are committed to safeguarding the health of school-aged children.
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• Association of Positive Behavioral Supports research-based strategies are used to increase quality of life and decrease problem behavior by teaching new skills and making changes in a person’s environment.
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• Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere dedicated to the empowerment of youth in LGBTQ+ families .
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• Communities in Schools connects students to school and community resources .
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• Consortium for Public Education connects schools with community so that students can access the opportunities, resources, and experiences they need to be ready for their futures.
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• Foundation Consortium improves the well being of California's children and their families by making the Community Approach the standard for child and family support programs throughout the state.
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• Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against DefamationLGBTQ media advocacy organization to increase media accountability and community engagement that ensures authentic LGBTQ stories are seen, heard, and actualized. .
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• Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network advises on, advocate for, and research comprehensive policies designed to protect LGBTQ+ students as well as students of marginalized identities.
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• Gay-Straight Alliance Network works with grassroots, youth-led groups, empowering them to educate their schools and communities, advocate for just policies
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li>Healthy Teen Network committed to reproductive justice and human dignity for all people, particularly young people.
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  li>Institute for Applied Research in Youth Development (Tufts University) conducts and disseminates top-tier scholarship and for the education and professional development of graduate and undergraduate students interested in enhancing the lives of diverse children, families, and communities.
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  li>MIT Media Lab (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) interdisciplinary collaboration of dozens of research groups, initiatives, programs, and centers on hundreds of transformative projects, focused on their potential to impact society for good.
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• National Afterschool Association pursues positive youth outcomes by supporting, developing, and advocating for afterschool professionals and leaders.
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• National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)"> professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research.
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• National Association for Family, School and Community Engagement Advancing high-impact policies and practices for family, school, and community engagement to promote child development and improve student achievement.
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• National Association for Self-Esteem offers a step by step approach to boost low self esteem
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• National Association of School Nurses improves the health and educational success of children and youth by developing and providing leadership to advance school nursing practice.
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• National Association of School Psychologists promotes educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth by implementing research-based, effective programs that prevent problems, enhance independence, and promote optimal learning.
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• National Association of Social Workers works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.
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• National Council on Family Relations provides a forum for family researchers, educators, and practitioners to share in the development and dissemination of knowledge about families and family relationships, establishes professional standards, and works to promote family well-being.
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• National Mental Health Association nationally recognized resource for information on mental illnesses and treatments, and referrals for local treatment services.
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• National Mentoring Partnerships leads, expands, and strengthens the mentoring movement, building capacity to make high-quality relationships accessible to all young people
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• National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives utilizes mentoring, training, and research to lead in the development of strategies in the law enforcement community that fosters diversity, develops community partnerships to reduce crimes, and address professional misconduct.
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• National Summer Learning Association supports, trains and collaborates with a broad network of leaders representing school districts, youth serving government agencies, non-profit organizations and corporate partners.
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• National Youth Leadership Council empowers young people to shape the future by equipping them with the skills, values, and opportunities to lead with purpose
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• Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people
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• School Based Health Alliance promotes accessible, quality school-based primary health and mental health care for children and youth through interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts.
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• School Social Work Association of America serves school social workers in 50 states. Their mission is to promote the profession of School Social Work and the professional development of School Social Workers in order to enhance the educational experiences of students and their families. An excellent link to state and regional school social work associations.
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• Society for Prevention Research is a professional organization focused upon the advancement of science-based prevention programs and policies through empirical research.
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• Society for Research in Child Development promotes multidisciplinary research in the field of human development, to foster the exchange of information among scientists and other professionals of various disciplines, and to encourage applications of research findings.
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• Teachers Helping Teachers goal is to give practical ideas and resources to be immediately implemented by the everyday classroom teacher..
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• https://ysa.org/ activates young people, ages 5-25, to find their voice, take action, and acquire powerful civic and 21st Century skills as they solve problems facing their communities.
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