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"The adolescent does not develop her identity and individuality by moving outside her family. She is not triggered by some magic unconscious dynamic whereby she rejects her family in favour of her peers or of a larger society. She continues to develop in relation to her parents." - Terri Apter

Welcome to Celebrating Adolescent Life!

Almost every culture in the world has an event or marker that identifies when a child becomes an adult; except North America. "Coming of age" ceremonies are one of many rites of passage that have been significant throughout human history. The ceremony celebrates the life of a child as they enter adulthood with the support and affirmation of their tribe - parents, siblings, extended family members, friends, and other significant adults.

Celebrating Adolescent Life exists to assist families celebrate and navigate their children's transition into early adolescence through a coming-of-age ceremonies and practical resources.

Do you know a child that is approaching their 13th or 16th birthday? Why not add to the cake, presents, and balloons a celebration event that could impact their lives - a coming of age ceremony! Contact us for more details.

Let's celebrate adolescent life together!

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