educator workshops
‘Moving from ‘Likes’ to Confident Me’ FREE Workshop! Educational Leaders will leave with workshops prepared for their staff to implement for youth aged Grades 5-12.
Presentation Date:
Oct 28 3:30- 4:30 pm MDT - Administrators, Inclusive Education Leads & Mental Wellness Leads
Register to receive your free session link. Can’t attend the session live? Register to receive the recorded link viewable for 30 days.
Join us for an important session on the impact of appearance-driven values on our youth. Research indicates that placing too much emphasis on looks can hinder students' focus and concentration in school. The constant exposure to unrealistic online images often leads them to prioritize appearance-related rewards over academic achievements, negatively affecting their body image and self-esteem. Together, we can explore meaningful ways to support our youth in reaching their true potential.
We invite you to a free one-hour virtual session with university student, Jay Knopf. They will guide you to initiate conversations with your students about body confidence, appearance ideals, media literacy, and critical thinking. Additionally, they will walk you through the Confident Me Workshop, a powerful one-hour program co-created by Plan International and Dove. All materials are provided ready to share with students!
Presenter: Jay Knopf
Bio:
Jay Knopf is 18 years old, graduated from Foothills Academy and is now attending Mount Royal University as a Bachelor of Art student Year 1. Throughout high school and junior high they were always had a passion about discussion issues that impacted others. They value educating themselves on topics outside of their own experience to learn from others and their journey, Jay has attended Youth Summits, spoken to groups, run clubs, and facilitated classrooms conversations about mental health, learning disabilities and being a part of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. They have continued this passion as a university student Utilizing the arts program to get a diverse wealth of knowledge and living on Residents as a resident advisor.