Don’t Hide it, Flaunt It (DHIFI) works with community organizations, summer camps, faith-based organizations, and other non-profits to offer programs which advance acceptance and celebrate difference and diversity in our communities. Our programs are customized to align with each organization’s objectives and can include presentations, workshops, fireside chats and panels or other events and activities.
Examples of DHIFI’s community programming include:
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA)
- BGCA provides innovative after-school and summer programming to empower kids and teens to excel in school, become good citizens and lead productive lives.
- DHIFI developed a customized Flaunt It program for the Boys & Girls Club in Jersey City, NJ. The program included a presentation by Meg Zucker and an interactive “fireside chat” with three teens who shared their experiences of living life with differences.
- DHIFI is working with Boys & Girls Club of America to bring Flaunt It programs to Boys & Girls Clubs across the country.
Hidden Helpers / Elizabeth Dole Foundation
- DHIFI is a member of the Hidden Helpers Coalition, a collaboration among the White House, Wounded Warriors and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, which brings awareness and provides support to the 2.3 million children of wounded, ill or injured service members and veterans.
- DHIFI has developed a customized Flaunt It program to support military caregivers and their families on their paths to accepting, embracing and celebrating their visible and invisible differences.
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Flaunt It Award
- The Scholastic Alliance annual Art & Writing Awards recognize 7th – 12th grade students in the US and Canada with outstanding artistic and literary talent.
- In collaboration with Alliance, DHIFI developed the Flaunt It Award, which awards a scholarship to two students whose works (one art and one writing) embody DHIFI’s theme “the things that make me different make me, me”. Click here to learn more about the awards.
ReelAbilities Film Festival
- The ReelAbilities Film Festival showcases films which promote awareness and appreciation of the lives, stories and artistic expressions of people with disabilities.
- DHIFI hosted a post-family friendly reel discussion and Flaunt It Activity at ReelAbilities New York.
Testimonials
Meg is an energetic and engaging speaker who inspires all who meet her with her life story of growing up with a blatant physical difference and parenting kids who share her difference. Her message of “the things that make me different make me, me” is heartfelt and impactful and resonates with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Meg’s mission of building acceptance, tolerance, and empathy is more important now than ever before. Everyone who has the pleasure of hearing Meg’s story and her vision will be better for it.
Mindy Scheier
Founder and CEO, Runway of Dreams Foundation
During our 2019 annual President’s Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) Symposium, Meg gave an impressionable presentation titled “What You Think of Me is None of My Business: Embracing Your Superpower” which embodied our theme of PCCW Celebrates One Cornell: Diversity and Inclusion.” Not only was Meg’s presentation insightful, thoughtful and impactful, but she captivated the audience. Sharing stories about those who go through life with visible and invisible differences made us aware that we all face difficulties and challenges in many ways, but together, through education and awareness, we can be compassionate, loving and caring to everyone, no matter the trials and tribulations ahead.
Carole Quealy
Cornell University, Alumni Affairs & Development
ReelAbilities New York was delighted to host the Flaunt It activity as part of the 2023 festival. It was a truly transformative experience for the kids who participated. It was incredible to witness the profound impact of the program on fostering inclusion, acceptance, and the celebration of differences. The children were not only provided with a safe space to express their unique identities but also empowered to embrace their individual strengths and talents. The activity served as a powerful tool to engage younger audiences with the themes and mission of ReelAbilities towards embracing diversity and fostering a more inclusive society.
Ravit Turjeman
Director of the Reelabilities Film Festival
FAQ
Don’t Hide It, Flaunt It (DHIFI) Community Programs partner with community organizations, summer camps, faith-based groups, and other non-profits to advance acceptance and celebrate differences and diversity in local communities. These programs are designed to bring people together around empathy, understanding, and inclusion.
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SEL stands for Social-Emotional Learning, a framework defined by CASEL that focuses on developing five core competencies: self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills, self-management, and responsible decision-making. SEL equips individuals with the emotional intelligence needed to build respectful, inclusive communities.
DHIFI’s SEL programs foster empathy, reduce biases, and teach respectful communication—helping community members of all ages appreciate visible and invisible differences. By embedding SEL into local organizations and events, these initiatives build stronger connections, enhance emotional support, and empower everyone to contribute to a more inclusive environment.
Every Community Program is tailored to your organization’s objectives. DHIFI works with you to design and deliver presentations, workshops, fireside chats, panels, or other interactive events and activities—either in person or virtually—to best fit your community’s needs.
Sample offerings include:
- Customized presentations and “Fireside Chats” with teens at Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
- Support and awareness programs in collaboration with the Hidden Helpers Coalition and Elizabeth Dole Foundation for military families.
- The “Flaunt It Award” in partnership with the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, celebrating youth creativity.
- Post-screening discussions and inclusive activities at the ReelAbilities Film Festival.
To engage DHIFI’s Community Programs, complete the online form with your name, company, and message. The DHIFI team will then work with you to customize and schedule presentations—available in person or virtually—to foster a culture of acceptance in your community.
Don’t Hide It, Flaunt It (DHIFI) partners with community organizations, summer camps, faith-based groups, and other non-profits to deliver inclusion programs for communities that advance acceptance and celebrate visible and invisible differences. Each offering is fully customized to align with your group’s objectives and can include presentations, interactive workshops, fireside chats, panels, or other events—designed to bring people together around diversity and foster a more welcoming local culture.
SEL Programs for Communities & Emotional Support Activities for Communities
Built on a foundation of social-emotional learning, DHIFI’s SEL programs for communities equip participants with self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills, self-management, and responsible decision-making. From SEL curriculum sessions to empathy-building workshops, these programs also serve as emotional support activities for communities—like the Hidden Helpers initiative with the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, which provides tailored support and awareness for military families—ensuring every member gains confidence and connection.
Bullying Awareness Programs for Communities
DHIFI’s places an emphasis on acceptance, empathy, and celebrating difference, which is an effective means of bullying prevention. Through candid discussions—such as teens sharing their lived experiences in fireside chats—and hands-on activities at events like the ReelAbilities Film Festival, DHIFI teaches respectful communication and mutual respect to help prevent exclusionary and hurtful behaviors in every neighborhood it serves.
Further Reading:
SEL Program For Communities
Social Emotional Learning Activities For Summer Camps
Inclusivity Activities For Youth Groups
Empathy-Based Activities For Communities
Belonging Workshop For Communities
Inclusivity Program For Communities
Belonging Workshop For Communities
