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Kind Campaign Spreads the Love
“You are the only you that will ever walk the face of this earth…BE KIND.” – Lauren Parsekian, co-founder of Kind Campaign
Mean girls, bullies, gossip – why do we see so much “mean” in schools today? Kind Campaign is a movement and documentary that’s not afraid to ask this question. The campaign is based upon the powerful belief in KINDness, that brings awareness and healing to the negative and lasting effects of girl-against-girl “crime” and bullying.
The movement was founded by Lauren Parsekian and Molly Stroud after they graduated from college and were tired of the conflicts they witnessed throughout their lives between girls. They are now speaking at schools across the country and spreading the love. Watch the trailer for the Finding Kind documentary below to see clips from the film. You can help spread the message of the campaign by filling out an apology or pledge on the website, www.kindcampaign.com.
A Message to Girls From the Kind Campaign
YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Every single girl has encountered an experience at some point within their lives in which they become aggressors or victims of girl-against-girl “crime”. Physical fighting, name-calling, threats, power struggles, competition, manipulation, secrets, rumors, and ostracizing other girls, all fall under the category of girl-against-girl “crime”. These “crimes” strip us of our identity.
Let’s be real for a second. We all want to be liked. It’s already hard enough to accept ourselves for who we are, let alone accept the perceptions and judgments that other girls have of us. Over the years, the vicious ways in which females treat each other have become societal norms. With various media outlets that mock and even glamorize the issue, it seems that society has simply concluded, “That’s the way girls are.” We disagree, because we believe that there is goodness within all females, even if that goodness has been shoved aside by the pressures society has placed upon us. What we fail to realize and choose to ignore is the fact that these experiences very often lead to depression, anxiety, loss of self worth, eating disorders, drug abuse, alcoholism, attempted suicide and actual suicide in millions of girls lives.
But why? Doesn’t it seem odd? Don’t you think that as females, we should respect and support each other? Well, we think so… “We” are two Pepperdine alumni, Lauren Parsekian and Molly Stroud, who have recognized this problem and have decided to do something about it. Whether it’s your friends, family, acquaintances at school, people in the workplace, or even strangers, Kind Campaign is asking us all to reconsider the way we treat other females.
Look, we know it’s hard to be a girl sometimes. We aren’t asking for everyone to become best friends…that’s simply unrealistic. However, we are suggesting something very simple: to STOP the competition, STOP the cattiness, STOP the hate, and to BE KIND.
More About the Kind Campaign
Through the Kind Campaign documentary, we hope to display the often-vicious way females treat each other, and to bring to light the serious affects these experiences can have on girl’s self-esteem and personal growth. Unfortunately, the affects of this issue extend further than a damaged self-esteem. Through research, personal experience, and interviews, we have seen these experiences result in depression, eating disorders, drug use, alcoholism, attempted suicide and actual suicide.
Keke Palmer On the Go and On the Reel About Giving Back
Keke Palmer is already on the move this year, working on a new album, shooting a movie musical, producing and starring in a second feature film, and performing voiceover characters in both a major animated motion picture and a new animated television series.
Recently she even launched her own web series “On the Reel” to connect with fans and to give a behind the scenes look of her life and work. In the episode below Keke talks about how amidst her acting roles and creating music, she gives back to the community and especially takes the time to inspire young people.
This quote stood out from the video: “Those to whom much is given, much is to be expected.” That is great inspiration to youth and adults alike on because we are blessed, we can impact the world wherever we are. It’s amazing to see that she’s passionate about making a difference:
(You can watch more episodes of “On the Reel” on www.kekepalmer.com).
Keke In Action
Congrats to Keke who has been nominated for a NAACP Image Award! The True Jackson V.P. star has been nominated for Outstanding Performance in a Youth/Children’s Program (Series or Special), and her Nickelodeon show has been nominated as well for Outstanding Children’s Program.
This is Palmer’s fourth nomination, last year she won in this category. In 2005, she received her very first Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture for her breakout performance in Akeelah And the Bee.
This busy young lady will also voice the role of ‘Peaches,’ a young woolly mammoth in the movie Ice Age: Continental Drift, the fourth film in the blockbuster Ice Age animated series, set for summer 2012. Another project is Ragz, a music-oriented Nickelodeon teen movie, that Keke is both starring in and producing, which is targeted for a 2012 premiere.
Keke is currently in Atlanta filming A Joyful Noise starring Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton. Keke plays the daughter of Latifah in the story centered on a small-town gospel choir. She will also be featured on the soundtrack for the movie from the Blindside producers scheduled for release via Warner Bros. in early 2012.
Check out the video below of Keke practicing for her role in A Joyful Noise
Win VIP Passes to a Sneak Preview of Justin Bieber’s “Never Say Never”
Dreamer ENT is partnering with Sweety High to give away 4 VIP passes to Justin Bieber’s Sneak Preview of the new movie “Never Say Never”!
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“Never Say Never,” officially in theaters February 11th, tells the story of Justin’s journey from a little boy with a dream to now where he’s living it out every day. If Justin’s journey of following his passion despite obstacles is not an example of a how dreams can come true with perseverance and hard work, I’m not sure what is! Watch the preview trailer below for some clips from the movie:
Live With Passion: Motivation from Life Coach Evelina Solis
Photo: Marina Marston Photography
“Make sure you make a difference in someone’s life and do something positive…” – Evelina Solis
To kick off the New Year and a new semester of school, here are some words of inspiration from Dreamer ENT’s partner, Inspirational Speaker, Radio & TV Personality Evelina Solis of the speaking resource Sol2Soul (who is pictured above wearing T-shirts from Dreamer ENT’s Daredreamer Apparel):
Happy New Year! Thanks for Your Support
Happy New Year! We hope this year is a wonderful one for you at school, home, and in following your dreams!
Thank you for your support in the past and in the upcoming year! Stay tuned to Dreamer ENT for new features this year and for more inspiration for your aspirations. Our mission is to show that young people can do amazing things, and to inspire you to utilize your talents right where you are and to share them with others.
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars, to change the world.”
— Harriet Tubman
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