Everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and happy in their relationships, and that’s why we are so excited to have brought the One Love Foundation to Berkshire this year!
The One Love Foundation is an organization that aims to end relationship abuse by educating young people on the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships. It empowers youth to identify warning signs early, fostering a movement that promotes healthier relationship behaviors.
The organization was created in 2010 in memory of Yeardley Love, a UVA lacrosse player, who was tragically killed by her abusive boyfriend while she was in college. After her death, her friends and family started One Love to help educate people about the signs of unhealthy relationships so tragedies like this can be prevented in the future.
This movement has deeply touched us, and we have always wanted our Berkshire community to be an inclusive environment where all members are happy and can build fulfilling relationships. Bringing the One Love Club to Berkshire is a huge and significant step towards supporting our school community. Our goal is to create a safe space where students can learn, ask questions, and engage in open conversations about relationships.
So far, our club has around 30 members, and we have held meetings to plan future on-campus events and have led multiple workshops to help us recognize the signs of unhealthy relationships—not only in our own lives but also in the lives of those around us. These workshops help students understand what healthy relationships should look like and how to support friends who may be struggling.
In the spring, we will also be hosting a game dedication to support One Love, and we encourage everyone to come out and show their support. Additionally, we are considering collaborating with the Bears Love Meat Club for a spring cookout to raise money and raise awareness about abusive relationships while bringing the community together in a positive and uplifting way. We are so excited to continue growing this club —join us—because love should be healthy and supportive.
