BEAUTY WITHIN ~ TEEN ESTEEM ™

The need for comfort is a basic necessity. From the moment we are born, we are comforted by a loved one’s voice or touch. Join Beauty Within Teen Esteem staff and volunteers, friends, allies and partners as we come together in the face of uncertainty. As community, we are experiencing fear, concern and anger regarding our current political climate. At Beauty Within Teen Esteem, we always acknowledge the need to build and uphold community, but especially in times like this. We invite you to join us for a Chat, to make our voices heard, to show up for each other, and connect.   Chat is a modern practice derived from many ancient forms of people coming together and communicating. This is a practice of deep listening without judgment, fostering an atmosphere of respect for one's self and for others and promotes empathy, dissolving barriers to cooperation, understanding, community.     Upholding Community: A time for gathering in the face of our curre...

November29,2016           Support BWTE Through #GivingTuesday #GivingTuesday is a global movement that inspires people through social media to take collaborative action to improve their local communities, give back in better, smarter ways to the charities and causes they celebrate and help create a better world. This effort harnesses the collective power of a unique blend of partners-nonprofits, businesses and corporations as well as families and individuals-to transform how people think about, talk about and participate in the giving season. What You Can Do Make an impact in your community by participating in #Giving Tuesday 2016.  To make an online donation to Beauty Within~Teen Esteem click  here .     As a Beauty Within~Teen Esteem Donor, you help open the doors to first time experiences that spark young children's curiosity and imagination like:   Teen Esteem Workshops Program that served ove...

Standing up for what you believe in is one of the most important skills you'll need in life. People in life will always try to knock you down, but as long as you get back up, you're showing them that you can stand for what you believe in. If you're being bullied, it's probably just because the bully is jealous of you. You should always remember that you're powerful and can conquer anything. Be strong! STEP 1 To keep bullies at bay and to prevent future bullying, kids need to know how to stand up to a bully. Aside from developing their assertiveness skills, building their self-esteem and improving their social skills, they also need practical tools on how to handle bullying situations. STEP 2 Avoid bullying hot spots. Sometimes all it takes to prevent bullying is to avoid places where bullies hang out. These bullying hot spots include areas like the far corners of the playground, vacant hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms and the back of the bus. Be su...

Did you have a fun holiday, SUPPORTER? I feel so blessed because mine was spent with family, enjoying what could only be described as a picture-perfect day at the beach. While Independence Day is a time we barbecue with friends and watch the night light up with fireworks, it’s also a time to honor those before us whose leadership gave rise to the great country we are lucky enough to call home. I view BWTE  much the same way, as it is the fortitude of extraordinary supporters that has enabled our Organization to successfully serve the City of Angels for 6 incredible years. Though many of you may know our wonderful founder and administrative staff, what you may not know is much of our work is accomplished because of the dedication and guidance of our LA Board of Directors For the last four years, we’ve been fortunate to have Eric Devezin as our Founder of BWTE. His passion for our work and drive to strengthen our impact helped us achieve milestones. We’ve rea...

God has been at work with Beauty Within~Teen Esteem As the temperatures continue to rise and we take Water Walks to The Streets of Tarzana to hand out bottles of cold water, I am reminded of this Bible verse from John 4:13-14: Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” Thank you for not only meeting the physical needs of beloved human beings, but helping them experience God’s redeeming love. May the Lord bless you for your faithfulness. With deepest gratitude,   Eric Devezin, Founder Share God’s mercy with those in need.    click here  

Their stories are heartbreaking. We want to share just one with you. Troy was only 16 when he was threatened to be killed by his farther for being gay. He fled the country alone, leaving his family behind to seek a place where he could grow up without violence. Give now to help protect children like Troy, and your gift will be matched.

You read right. We think you're number one. Why? Because we wouldn't be where we are today without your support. Yesterday, BWTE Advisor announced that BeautyWithin~TeenEsteem ranked number one in the Top 500 World list for 2016. We're thrilled, humbled and, most of all, grateful to you. You've shared our stories, donated to our campaigns and told your friends about an organization that not many people know about. With your support, we've reached 10 million people worldwide – and that makes you a #BWTEnumber1. With gratitude, The BWTE USA team P.S. H elp us reach the next million, use the social buttons below to share the news!

Everyone knows that Devezin Beauty is a favorite beauty brand, and a big part of my summer activities. Globe trotting makeup pro, Eric Devezin launched his empire in 2010, consisting of  colorful collection of makeup products, beach bags, skincare, swimsuits, and bedding. BWTE is co-hosting a super fun shopping party with MAKEUP DESIGNER  Eric Devezin himself on June 25th in Tarzana, from 2-5PM. Join Eric Devezin  and BWTE to shop the stunning new summer collection, and be sure to bring your little style stars to enjoy our Candy Shop sweet treat bar. To RSVP  click here . You can almost close your eyes and be transported: feel the grass under the picnic blanket, sand on the beach, and see the blooms push through the soil….it’s summertime in California! Floral crowns will be given to moms and girls

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It can be hard to know if your child's reading challenges are signs of dyslexia. Learn the steps you can take to figure out where to turn for help. If your child won't read with you, get inspiration from another parent's journey in creating a better evening routine. And discover the difference between decodable words and sight words—it's not just about sounding them out. Whoopi Goldberg is one of about a dozen people to have won a Grammy, an Academy Award, an Emmy and a Tony Award. She also has dyslexia . Hear her talk about finding success with dyslexia—and her struggles along the way. RSVP now to join this live-streamed interview with the award-winning comedian, actress, human rights activist and host of The View .

Let Us Know! Will you help us fight back? The threats against our at risk teens are stronger than ever. This is a serious, and Beauty Within~Teen Esteem needs more resources to fight back and protect the progress we've already made. Please make an urgent donation to BWTE today. We can't do this without you! Please consider taking your support to the next level with a convenient, automatic monthly gift. Become a Beauty Within~Teen Esteem Partner and ensure our essential work is sustained with your secure, monthly donation. Join Partners today and receive your exclusive tote bag. Tote bags are available to U.S. residents for their monthly donation of $5 or more. To make sure more of every dollar goes to the fight for at risk teens and LGBT equality, tote bags are mailed out quarterly. Your contribution will go toward BWTE's nationwide campaign for equality. Your gift is not restricted for use for any particular project or in any state.Contributions o...

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WE'RE HEADING TO WASHINGTON DC!!!   May 2016 DONATE TODAY!!! This Year, BWTE wants to Fly A Group of Local Students to Washington DC for a VIP Tour of the White House and Several other Historical Sites and Colleges.  This years group of selected Students Have Proven to be Leaders in Both the Classroom, and within the Community.    We Need Your Help To Make This Trip Possible!!!  Your Tax Deductible Donation  Will Be Used to Support Our Efforts.  For Questions, or Concerns, Please Feel Free to Contact Us At (818) 441-8891 or email us at: info@beautywithinteenesteem.com WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!!! PLEASE DONATE TODAY     CLICK HERE TO DONATE TODAY !