Today we join communities around the world in celebrating Día de los Muertos, a time to remember and honor loved ones who have passed. We hope you will use these resources to learn and celebrate. "El Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead is a celebration to honor and commemorate the cycle of life and the lives of the recently departed. This Pre-Columbian celebration has been observed in Mexico since before the arrival of the Spanish. Although many cultures see death as a cause for sadness rather than celebration, the cultures that observe el Día de los Muertos view death as a part of life. This is also a special celebration among some Native American and Mexican American communities in the United States." Learn more: https://learninglab.si.edu/collections/day-of-the-dead-learning-kit/E1hWiAVMTjoaIOQm (fb)

Youth are particularly vulnerable to human trafficking, and the Blue Campaign Youth Guide offers clear, practical steps adults and teens can take to stay safe and support each other. At NYAP, we believe every young person deserves safety, dignity, and the freedom to thrive. Learn more: https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/blue_campaign_youth_guide_508_1.pdf Learn about our advocacy: nyap.org (fb)