Coexistence Clubs are student-driven service clubs designed to build safer, more inclusive spaces in schools and communities. Partnered with Embracing Our Differences, clubs empower students to celebrate differences and take a stand against hatred and prejudice.
Coexistence Club members serve as docents during EOD's annual exhibit, leading groups of younger students through the exhibit in-person and virtually while inspiring them to recognize and understand the messages delivered through the art and quotations. Club members also serve as readers for our fall and spring Reading Days, leaders for campus Unity Days and volunteer at other EOD related events/programs.
Reduces bullying and harassment
Builds bridges across grade levels and identities
Fosters a climate of kindness and respect
Project management and event planning
Officer leadership and communication skills
Public speaking through docent opportunities
Critical thinking and cultural empathy
Collaboration and communication
Self-reflection and growth
Talk with your school administrator
Identify a committed staff advisor
Plan to attend the September Advisor Retreat
Contact EOD to enroll your club!
📩 Contact Michaela Stockhill, Engagement Director
Email: [email protected]
“Through Coexistence Club, I learned how to lead with empathy and create change in my school.”
— Club Officer, Pinellas County
“EOD gave us everything we needed to succeed. It’s one of the best things I’ve done as an educator.”
— Faculty Advisor, Sarasota
Each May, three Coexistence Club graduating seniors are selected to receive Coexistence Club Scholarships in recognition and gratitude for dedicated service and commitment to their school club during their high school years. These scholarships are made possible by our generous supporters and The Jody Beresford and Robert Mayer Scholarship Fund.
Past/current recipients of this award are:
| 2020 | Chloe Labrecque (Riverview HS), Cam Pham (Riverview HS) |
| 2021 | Melanie De La Rosa-Rein (Booker HS), Kennedy Hart (IMG Academy), Emilia Przepiora (Riverview HS) |
| 2022 | Anela Ajkic (Riverview HS), Mya Fraser (Venice HS), Megan Meese (Riverview HS) |
| 2023 | Kasey-Huong Nguyen (Venice HS), Mateo Rizzo (Riverview HS), Lucia Warren (Sarasota HS) |
| 2024 | Jaylen Benony (Booker HS), Kennedy Flatch (Riverview HS), Melissa Graham (Riverview HS) |
| 2025 | Bryson Day (Venice HS), Melora Saing (Sarasota HS), Max Hunter (Riverview HS) |
This award is given in the spirit of the mission of the Embracing Our Differences organization with the hope that the recipient's experiences through service to the club and the organization were profound and impressive and shall inspire them to continue this great work into their future.
Recipients can renew their award for up to four years at $1,000 per year for use towards the recipient's continuing education.
For application information, club members should see their faculty advisor.
