16 Strong Project

16 Strong Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on empowering resilience to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). The organization's mission is achieved through student-led initiatives, educational workshops, school partnerships, and community outreach. 16 Strong Project provides resources and support to both youth and adults. The organization focuses on recognizing, resisting, and revealing the impacts of ACEs. The organization's work is supported by a team including Samantha Wettje, Ed.M., who serves as Board President, and Donna Wettje, MBA, who serves as Board Treasurer. Kathleen Dwyer is the Board Vice President, and Tina Pilla is the Board Secretary. Thelma Ramirez, Ed.M., is the Research Manager. Susan Solar, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Luke Matys, Ed.M., is the Project Coordinator. 16 Strong Project offers proactive youth-based mental health programming. The organization utilizes an innovative peer-to-peer adversity resilience model. 16 Strong Project offers 24/7 support through crisis helplines. The organization has strong community and school partnerships. The target industries for 16 Strong Project include Healthcare, Education, Nonprofit, and Community Services. The organization's work is guided by values such as empowering resilience, youth advocacy, community engagement, educational empowerment, and mental health awareness. Contact can be made via email at [email protected] or [email protected]. The organization's website is built using Squarespace and utilizes SVG technology.