This month, the teens explore the topic of social media activism and share insights into how they create community, and cultivate change, online and off. They openly share how they experience social media activism, and explore both the advantages and disadvantages of taking a stand within a digital space. Curious about what they have to say? Come along...

adults in our lives

Embers is a place where teens share their stories as they navigate the waters between childhood and adulthood. Join us as they explore timely and compelling topics—fanning the embers burning in each of us.

Embers is a production of valo. We are an organization committed to guiding teens as they seek to create real connections in our increasingly digital world. We take teens from all walks of life on retreats. In this space, they are eager to open up and uncover what matters most. For them, it’s pretty simple—sustained, unplugged, face-to-face connection.