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Young People of Color Automated Taglist - NEW!
by tommy
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 October 2nd
...See more Welcome to the Young People of Color Taglist This thread is an auto-updating list. The list is regularly updated by forum leaders and can be found below. Having issues? Reply to this thread and someone will help you! Why should I join the taglist? ✔ Never miss out on sub-community check-ins, discussions or events ✔ Get tagged and notified by community leaders whenever a new relevant thread has been posted ✔ Become a more active member of the community. What do I need to do? ✅ To add yourself to this taglist, press the Post to Thread button below and write the exact words Please add me. ❌ To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Post to Thread button below and write the exact words Please remove me. ------------------------- Current taglist as of 17th June (updated by @tommy) @FaithfulZareia @Littlerose00 @SherweetSherif97 @SirenOfSerenity @theboymoana @tommy
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Need a Friend
by GeminiPrincess08
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 Thursday
...See more Hey! I'm Anicia! I haven't been here in a LOOOONG time! I do virtual school, and it's really isolating, i don't have any close friends, or anyone to talk to really. Here's a bit about me: Black (my biological dad's Jamaican, my mom's Haitian; on my moms side, ive got people from india and cuba too, but mostly haitian. I would consider myself Haitian too tho. My stepdad (who I call Dad) is Bohamien. 16 years old Female I love watching youtube!  Looking for a friend...
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Young People of Color Automated Taglist - NEW!
by tommy
Last post
 October 2nd
...See more Welcome to the Young People of Color Taglist This thread is an auto-updating list. The list is regularly updated by forum leaders and can be found below. Having issues? Reply to this thread and someone will help you! Why should I join the taglist? ✔ Never miss out on sub-community check-ins, discussions or events ✔ Get tagged and notified by community leaders whenever a new relevant thread has been posted ✔ Become a more active member of the community. What do I need to do? ✅ To add yourself to this taglist, press the Post to Thread button below and write the exact words Please add me. ❌ To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Post to Thread button below and write the exact words Please remove me. ------------------------- Current taglist as of 17th June (updated by @tommy) @FaithfulZareia @Littlerose00 @SherweetSherif97 @SirenOfSerenity @theboymoana @tommy
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New Week
by Calling123
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 September 30th
...See more Hello Hello Lovely People! It's the start of a new week, so that means new beginnings. Days may seem to pass by in a blur, but take a moment to take a deep breath 😮‍💨, make yourself a cup of tea or coffee 🍵, and do that task you have been putting off for a while 💪.  The days will keep passing by in a blur, but make that extra effort and make this week different than the others. Whether it be getting a manicure 💅, cleaning the backyard 🍂, or building that bookshelf 📚, take a moment and do it. Make this week the week you mark that task off the checklist ✅.
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What to do this weekend?
by Calling123
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 August 28th
...See more Hello Hello lovely people! The week has come to an end. 😮‍💨 What do you plan on doing this weekend to help you relax? 🍹 Personally, I'm going to be sleeping in a lot 😜😴
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Check In for June 22nd-28th
by Calling123
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 August 16th
...See more Hello Hello Everyone! As the week comes to an end... 1) weekly rating? (1 being terrible and 10 being awesome) 2) favorite moment of the week? 3) song of the week? And as you go into the next week, remember...
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What are some of your positives?
by Calling123
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 August 9th
...See more I feel like if we are told to find the negatives or the cons of a situation, we can write an endless list. There seem to be countless thongs wrong in almost every situation. The same seems to apply to being a person of color: my unruly hair makes me look like Einstein, my upper lip hairs make me look like I'm trying to grow a mustache, and people seem to give me weird looks wherever I seem to go. But what about the positives? My skin shines in the sun, my body hairs keep me warm in the icy winters, and I stand out in comparison to others.  Yes, I am different because of my ethnicity/race, but that is part of what makes me unique. If I were to look like everybody else, then there would be no difference between me and the next person. So I am proud of both my negatives and positives. I am proud of my unruly hair, the attention I seem to be able to attract, the way my skin shines in the sun, and many other characteristics that come with being a person of color. What are some positives that come with being a person of color that make you proud? 
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Take a Break
by Calling123
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 August 7th
...See more Hello lovely people! If you haven't already taken a break today, take a minute ⌚ to take one.  Take a sip of water 🌊 , take a deep breath 😮‍💨, and keep going 😄!
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Minty
by Zolan
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 July 19th
...See more I really like those colombina mints, very nice
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Describe your day using a GIF!
by tommy
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 December 22nd, 2023
...See more How was your day? Describe it using a GIF! {character swinging on hammock with title 'chillin')
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Check In: June 1-8
by HelpfulGem04
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 June 2nd, 2023
...See more Hello Everyone! 1) How are we doing today? 2) Anything you're looking foward to this week? 3) 5 most recent emojis? 4) Color to describe you're mood?
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imagine
by Nerostefa
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 May 27th, 2023
...See more if you won the lottery what would you do
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Where Are You From — “I Am” Poem exercise
by zaatarHoney
Last post
 April 8th, 2023
...See more You can omit any lines if you’d like. You are welcome to add anything should you feel inspired. You can remove the formatting all together and free-write. Tell us about you— where you’re from “I Am” Poem I am from ________. (an every day item in your household, you can choose 1-3.) I am from the ________. (description of your home, culture, community— sights, smells, tastes, feels) I am from the ______ (plant, natural item, flower) whose long limbs (or any feature) I remember as if they were my own. I am from ______ and _______, (a family tradition or trait) I am from __________. (Family Members, or family habits, 1-3 each.) I am from ________. (Foods you ate with your family) I am from _______ (place of birth) and _______. (family origin(s)) I am from _________. (Stories of yourself, your family.) I am from ________ (Family treasures, momentos) and I keep them __________. (on the wall, under your bed, in your heart, etc) ⟡

Young People of Color

Welcome to Young People of Color! This community is supported by The Steve Fund, the nation's only non-profit focused on working with students, colleges, and nonprofit organizations to promote the emotional well-being and mental health of young people of color. During their late teens and twenties, young people of color may face challenges related to their mental health and emotional well-being that they need to cope with. That's what Young People of Color at 7Cups is all about! It’s a place to come and be heard, to find and give support. Welcome, friends, to the Young People of Color Support Online Community at 7 Cups.


What are the different forum topics for Young People of Color?

Celebrating Persons of Color: Let’s celebrate persons of color!

Community Space: A place for introductions, icebreakers, games, community check-ins and discussions.

Discussions & Resources: A place for community discussions and resources.

Mental Health as a POC: Struggling with your mental health? Discuss it here.

Share Your Story: Share your story here!


How can I help?

You can help us by simply responding to threads and sharing your story (if you're comfortable). Check-in with us, join a discussion, or start one! Alternatively, you can join us as a Forum Leader. Check out this thread for more information.


Helpful Threads

Taglist: Do you want to stay up to date with our community? Then join our tag list to be notified whenever there is a new discussion or update within the community!

YPOC Guide: Take a read of our People of Color guide!


Young People of Color FAQ

Q: Are there any sub-community-specific guidelines that we need to adhere to?

A: You can find Sub-community-specific guidelines below, which you should follow in addition to the general forum guidelines.


Help! I still have a question! 

If you need help, feel free to contact a community leader or post here, and someone will contact you!

Community Guidelines

1. Treat these discussions as an opportunity to both support and learn

2. Try to understand where others are coming from

3. Encourage an inclusive and welcoming environment

4. Strive to keep the community as safe as possible

5. Your voice is important

Read the 7 Cups Guidelines
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Community Resources

1. People of Color Listeners - See a full list here

2. Check out The Steve Fund and learn more about the work that supports our community