Jennifer Dugan

Jennifer Dugan is an American activist and writer. She is the founder of several national movements including the You-Are-Loved Chalk Message Project[1] and Dreams Untitled.[2]

For the character played by Lucy Gordon, see Spider-Man 3.

National Projects & Campaigns

You-Are-Loved Chalk Message Project

Dugan was best known at Drew University for writing the words, "You are Loved" in sidewalk chalk. She began doing this in 2005 after a coping with a series of tragic events.[3] After her graduation, Dugan launched the You-Are-Loved Chalk Message Project as a national suicide prevention awareness campaign for LGBTQ college students.[4] The project was a recognized, annual event observed by universities[1][5] across America.[6][7][8]

Dreams Untitled

A common theme throughout Dugan's activism has been connecting one's passions with the greater good. In 2009, she unveiled Dreams Untitled. Dreams Untitled is a national suicide prevention awareness campaign that uses artwork to create "visions of hope for the future."[9]

Dreams Untitled is a national[2] event observed by suicide-prevention advocates[9] and artists.[10]

References
  1. Bruno, Laura (2010-10-05). "Sidewalk chalk art conveys message of love". Usatoday.Com. Retrieved 2013-12-05.
  2. "Dreams Untitled Plans Nationwide Suicide Awareness Campaign". Huffingtonpost.com. 2009-12-11. Retrieved 2013-12-05.
  3. "Drew Today | Drew University". Drew.edu. Retrieved 2013-12-05.
  4. Felix, Melvin (2010-12-17). "NYU Vigil For LGBTQ Youth Draws In Important Guests · NYU Local". Nyulocal.com. Retrieved 2013-12-05.
  5. Bilkey, Catherine (October 5, 2009). "Chalking the Sidewalk to Understanding". NBC. Archived from the original on October 6, 2009. Retrieved April 4, 2021.
  6. Harthorne, Michael. "Ballard students offer messages of acceptance to gay youth". Ballard News-Tribune. Retrieved 2013-12-05.
  7. in Campus Pride by cpsiteadmin (2011-09-12). "You Are Loved Chalk Message Project – Spread the Love! | Campus Pride | The leading national organization for LGBT student leaders and campus groups". Campusprideblog.org. Archived from the original on 2012-06-25. Retrieved 2013-12-05.
  8. "NOH8 Heads to Texas". NOH8. September 28, 2010. Retrieved April 4, 2021.
  9. "Dreams Untitled Plans Nationwide Suicide Awareness Campaign". Archived from the original on July 16, 2011. Retrieved April 4, 2021.
  10. "S.O.S". The Sensation of Sight. Retrieved 2013-12-05.
  • You-Are-Loved Chalk Message Project website
  • Dreams Untitled Project
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