UMatter
You were born with a purpose. You Matter!UMatter is an initiative developed by Friendship Circle, an organization that provides support to those who experience social isolation, with a focus on individuals with special needs. UMatter helps teenagers take a step back from daily stresses and refocus on life’s positivity. Our goal is to build a support network and eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health in our community. We believe that everyone is created with a G-dly purpose and they have something to contribute to the world. It’s up to each of us to know, and show, that YOU Matter!
If our program impacts even one life, it’s a success!
School Clubs
Middle & High School UMatter Clubs empower teens to spread the message that each individual matters. It’s a safe space where teens are encouraged to open up to each other and discuss the challenges they may face. Another focus, is to empower members to identify fellow teens (not present in the club) in need of a friend to talk to, so they can be there for them.
UMatter is currently active in Providence Day Middle School and Socrates Academy, and our Teen Board includes students from Charlotte Country Day Highschool.
UMatter Week
UMatter Week is a teen-led initiative that empowers teens to support their peers and friends, and encourages teens to recognize that there is strength in seeking help. The UMatter message is twofold: you, as a person, matter unconditionally, and you, as a person, matter to someone else.
This week-long campaign focuses on spreading the message that each individual matters through Hall Decorations, UMatter Moments, Creative Expression, and more.
UMessage
UMessage is UMatter’s interactive texting platform created by teens for teens designed to approach mental health and self care with surprising simplicity. UMessage will send out weekly trivia questions as well as motivational quotes with interactive activities.
Sign up! Just text the word ‘Umatter’ to 833-222-2619 or Click Here
UPCOMING EVENTS
PAST EVENTS
One Thing I Wish U Knew
We’re all human and we all have struggles and triumphs. Four community members shared their personal and unique stories, and offered insight and advice on how we can support each other and be a closer community.
“The very fact that you are here, in this place, at this time, and with these opportunities available to you, means that there is something to be done – something that only you can do, something of utmost importance to G-d.”
– The Rebbe