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Wilmington teen summit creates space for mental health, support and connection
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Wilmington teen summit creates space for mental health, support and connectionPhoto Courtesy: Bryan Alonso/WWAY Speakers at the 20th annual Teen Summit by Better is Possible CDCWILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — With many teenagers facing pressures at home, at school and in their communities, one local organization is working to give young people a place to connect, find resources and feel supported.
Better Is Possible CDC hosted its annual Teen Summit on Saturday at the MLK Center in Wilmington.
Organizers say the summit is designed to give young people a safe space to talk, learn and build relationships with people who can support them.
“This is the first time we are hearing teens talk about mental health, mental wellness, having food in their homes.
It’s kind of changed from early pregnancy, violence, to now: ‘I know about mental health.