About Us

Who we are:     

Teen CHARGE is a dynamic student leadership group committed to equipping young individuals with essential leadership skills while actively promoting healthy relationships, addressing substance abuse, and prioritizing mental health awareness. Through a combination of community service and the creation of positive media messaging, Teen CHARGE empowers its members to become influential advocates for these critical issues.

Mission Statement: Teen CHARGE’s mission is to empower youth to become leaders who champion healthy relationships, substance abuse prevention, and mental health awareness. We believe that by engaging in community service and harnessing the power of media, our members can drive positive change and create supportive environments for their peers.

Core Values:

  1. Leadership: We believe that leadership is a skill that can be cultivated and honed, and we are committed to nurturing the leadership potential in every member.
  2. Community and Service: We advocate for active engagement within our communities, emphasizing the importance of service as a means to strengthen bonds and address pressing social issues.
  3. Healthy Relationships: We promote the importance of fostering positive and respectful relationships among peers, emphasizing communication, empathy, and positive choices.
  4. Substance Abuse Prevention: We are dedicated to educating our peers about the risks of substance abuse and providing resources for those in need.
  5. Mental Health Awareness: We strive to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues and encourage open conversations about emotional well-being.

Program Components:

  1. Community Service Projects: Teen CHARGE members actively participate in community service initiatives designed to address the issues of healthy relationships, substance abuse, and mental health. These projects include workshops, awareness campaigns, and support for local organizations.
  2. Positive Media Messaging: Teen CHARGE members are trained to create compelling and positive media content that highlights the importance of healthy relationships, substance abuse prevention, and mental health awareness. This content includes videos, social media campaigns, and written materials.
  3. Peer Support: We emphasize peer support as a critical component of our organization, encouraging members to reach out to one another for guidance, encouragement, and understanding.
  4. Guest Speakers and Experts: Teen CHARGE hosts guest speakers and experts in the fields of mental health, substance abuse prevention, and healthy relationships to provide our members with valuable insights and knowledge.

Impact: Through Teen CHARGE, students not only acquire leadership skills but also become passionate advocates for crucial issues affecting their generation. Our members inspire positive change by engaging their peers, fostering healthy relationships, preventing substance abuse, and promoting mental health awareness. By addressing these pressing concerns, they contribute to the creation of healthier, more supportive communities.

Join Teen CHARGE today and be part of a dedicated community that empowers young leaders to charge forward towards healthier relationships, substance-free lives, and improved mental well-being. Together, we will lead the way to a brighter, more compassionate future.

Where we came from:

Teen CHARGE was birthed from another peer-to-peer education group known as Pure Passion for Fashion (P2). For 14 years, P2 taught the importance of positive decision-making, self-image, and healthy relationships. P2 was famous for its annual fashion show, but also excelled in cultivating student leaders. If you are interested in learning more about the history of P2, please visit www.purepassionforfashion.org.

The Home of Teen CHARGE:

Teen CHARGE is fully funded through the generous contributions of Wedgwood Christian Services. Wedgwood Christian Services is a social service agency located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  They have been dedicated to helping youth and families live productive, healthy and fulfilling lives for more than 50 years. Wedgwood’s distinctively Christian, professionally excellent Community, Education and Residential programs have transformed the lives of more than 11,000 youths and families in West Michigan every year. They offer more than 35 programs that address needs such as: substance abuse, mental health, human trafficking, sexual behavior issues, school expulsion, job readiness, STDs and teen pregnancy, and others.  Wedgwood offers one of the largest continuums of care in the state of Michigan, and is a 501C3 agency, accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children, Inc.

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