Our new mentoring group is underway! We kicked things off with a training for our newest mentors earlier this week, and we’re excited to bring them together with the students soon!
Good luck to all. This is a wonderful program, for the mentors, for the mentees, for the community.
Huge thanks to the wonderful volunteers who stepped up to be mentors, and to Program Coordinator Alison Bryer for pulling it all together!
Yesterday, we wrapped up our Healthy Relationships program with the 8th graders at MVMMS. One of the most important things we talk to them about is how to help a friend. This article, from our friends at the One Love Foundation, has some great tips similar to the ones we share with the students here in Melrose!
How to Help a Friend Who May Be in an Abusive Relationship
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The most important thing you can do is start a conversation. Here are a few tips to help you talk to a friend who may be in an abusive relationship.- MAAV Mourns the Loss of Anna Bastian
All of us at MAAV are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend Anna Bastian. Anna was an integral part of MAAV from the beginning, as a member of the founding Melrose League of Women Voters and later serving as our Treasurer on the Board of Directors. Anna was involved in all aspects…Read More
