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.
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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
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Have You Joined the MOvement? Watch Monique Coleman’s Show Gimme MO
Have you been keeping up with the Gimme MO’ MO’vement? Monique Coleman has been challenging young people to change the way they look at the world with her new talk show for youth and we love how she is bringing awareness to important issues.
The latest episode of Gimme MO’ is called “Think Before You Ink” and is about encouraging teens to consider their future before getting tatoos. On past episodes Monique has also covered topics from Self-Esteem and Bullying, to Teen Homelessness and Being a Gentleman.
Every episode is fresh and full of great advice and inspiration. Visit GimmeMo.com to catch up with all of the episodes and great articles and content, tell a friend, and be sure to leave a comment on the Gimme MO’ site to lend your voice to the MO’vement!
Monique is such an amazing influence, showing how important it is to give back in ways that can enrich the lives of others. She is also on the Gimme MO’ tour, visiting schools and spreading the inspirational message that youth can make a difference, and giving them a platform to be heard. For Veteran’s Day she gave her time to Mission Serve and USO, welcoming home troops and serving meals. Check out a shout out video she did below:
We love that Monique is passionate not only about youth, but all of her about her supporters. Check out the shout-out video she gave to Dreamer ENT below. We’re honored to help spread the word! To all of our Dreamer ENT readers – be sure to join MO’vement!
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Lip-Dub Fun For a Cause: Martin High School’s One-Take Music Video
What better way to bring together an entire school then a little bit of fun and lip-synching? Watch this cool music video featuring almost 4,000 students and staff at Martin High School in Arlington, Texas. The idea for creating the video was sparked when the students told administrators that there was “no sense of community or family” at the school, and this could cause serious problems like bullying and isolation.
Shot in one take, the special “Lip Dub” video includes every student, teacher and staff member in the school, with select students taking turns lip-synching songs, and everyone else having fun and creating excitement in the background. The video is pretty awesome and creative, especially the cause of building community! (We’re just wondering who is going to clean up afterwards?;)
Here’s a little bit more about the story from WFAA, the local Dallas news station:
“As humans, we’re social beings,” said Martin senior Chris Leyda. “Things go wrong when we’re not in contact with others.”
Chris said he’s seen how easy it can be to become disconnected and isolated. Experts say that can lead to bullying, or just plain indifference.
“There was a kid that has autism, and he felt like he was picked on, and he literally told me that I was the only friend he’d talked to in a year or so,” Chris said.
You might see that kid in this video, or someone like him. The video shoot was enormous fun, with enormous benefits.
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You Rock! Congrats to Adele’s Literacy Library
Congratulations to 15-year-old Adele Taylor, Founder/CEO of Adele’s Literacy Library (A.L.L.) a young dreamer and doer who we interviewed a few months back. Adele recently received an award from the organization Black Girls Rock, Inc. for Making A Difference in the community through her A.L.L. project promoting literacy. You can watch Adele being honored on November 7, 2010, BET 8pm Eastern 7 Central when BET will air its inaugural Black Girls Rock Awards.
“I am so thrilled and completely honored! I could not believe it when BET called to tell me that they wanted to recognize me for the work that I do with literacy!” Adele exclaims about finding out about the award.
“I met KeKe Palmer, Raven Symone, DJ Beverly Bond and even Ms. Debi Lee, Ms. Ruby Dee and so many more stars or should I say “Rockin Ladies!” giggled Adele. “This show will not only be a true testament to African American women, but to ALL women regardless of race”.
Read A.L.L. about the honor Adele is receiving below. Congratulations Adele, you truly do rock!!!
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