JERSEY
CITY, N.J., May 13, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Goya Cares, a global initiative dedicated to
protecting children from the dangers of child trafficking and
raising awareness for the prevention and education of mental
health, announces the launch of its new educational video,
#PressPause, in support of Mental Health Awareness Month.
"Goya Cares is focused on protecting children and when children
suffer from mental illness they become vulnerable to drugs,
alcohol, manipulation, and abuse. It's essential that we empower
young people with the knowledge and tools they need to take care of
their mental wellbeing, and support programs that focus on
education and prevention. We want to reach children before they
become victims of abuse, trafficking, or exploitation," said
Bob Unanue, President and CEO of
Goya Foods.
The 15-minute video features Sofia
Rodriguez, a 15-year-old who struggles with mental health
issues, as well as expert advice from mental health professionals.
The film's moral centers on the importance of having compassion,
standing up for oneself and others, advocating for open
communication within families and communities about mental health,
and the necessity of support systems for young people. "Press
Pause" underscores the significance of small, kind gestures and the
courage to confront and discuss personal struggles, and serves as a
reminder of the profound effect individuals can have through
empathy and support.
The video is available to view for free on GoyaCares.com. With
the support of Goya Cares coalition partners, Goya provides
free school assemblies and classroom curriculum throughout
the United States. Press
Pause is part of Goya's broader efforts to educate students and
parents on the warning signs and red flags of child trafficking,
the dangers of online exploitation, and how to get help through the
Goya Cares LIGHT series.
For more information, please visit: www.goyacares.com
About Goya Cares: Goya Cares was established in
2021 and has helped raise awareness among millions of people around
the world while supporting organizations and individuals through
the Goya Cares coalition. The mission of Goya Cares is to educate,
support, and protect children, and families, from being enslaved,
abused and subjected to the trauma associated with child
trafficking, and the impact of mental health; to encourage
community collaboration by recognizing the risks and working
collectively to raise awareness and protect our youth.
#GoyaCares
PRESS Contact:
Natalie Maniscalco
natalie@retromedianyc.com
845.659.6506
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