The Town of Bennington, in partnership with ACT Bennington, is excited to announce the launch of the Bennington Youth Council, a new program designed to elevate youth voices and engage local teens in shaping the future of the community. The…
Category: Prevention
SVSU and ACT Bennington Host Cannabis Education Events with Tom Fontana
The Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union (SVSU), in partnership with ACT Bennington — a substance-use prevention organization supporting youth in making healthy choices — will welcome Tom Fontana on October 22nd for student and community presentations focused on cannabis education, harm…
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AI and Youth Mental Health
We have to talk about artificial intelligence (AI). More than half of surveyed teens in the U.S. now use AI "companions" regularly for social interaction including friendly conversations, flirting, and seeking mental health support, according to a new study by…
ACT Field Trip: Woodford State Park
Youth and families are invited on a casual fall walk with ACT at Woodford State Park! Free park passes are available thanks to Vermont Parks Forever. Space is limited and registration is required.
Eat Burritos. Do Good!
From 4-8 PM on Saturday, August 23rd, 25% of your meal at the Bennington Chipotle supports youth programming in our community. Just show the flyer or mention the ACT fundraiser when you order! Ordering online? Use code 8GGGCCN.
Got Soap? Summer Suds-a-Thon Starts July 1!
The Take Care Project, an initiative of ACT Bennington, invites the community to participate in their Summer Suds-a-Thon! During the month of July, donations of soap and shampoo will support area youth and families in combating hygiene poverty, which is…