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"Girl Talk" Mentoring Program Tackles Bullying, Creates Safe Space For Philadelphia Girls
"Me being my age and teenager, I went through cyberbullying," Aniyah said, "so I put it in a book as well."
July 26, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Camp is a place where life-long friendships and memories are made. One Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
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Instead of attending a typical summer camp, these girls look forward to having real conversations. Some of those conversations are around cyberbullying, managing the expectations of social media and even gun violence.
It's part of "Mrs. Lanier Presents Girl Talk Mentoring." Last year, we spoke to Edwena Lanier and her daughter Aleemah, who co-authored the book "Let's Help the Bully," inspired by then-12-year-old Aleemah's personal story.
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