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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

You don't need a grand plan to reset your brain, just a rainy afternoon and permission to drop your guard. Dalton (he/him), our Groups Services Manager, is taking a well-deserved mental health minute to dance in the rain today. 🌧️

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Let's take it back to the 2024 Glitz Gala! OutYouth knows how to throw a party, and we've sharpened that skill after 16 years of our Glitz! Save the Date for OutYouth's 16th Annual Glitz Gala this November! #outyouth #austinnonprofits #lgbtqia

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Join us for a Family Field Day at Pease Park Amphitheater and Outdoor Plaza! Youth, families, and community members who believe in the OutYouth mission: Let's come together for some fun in the fall!

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Predictable funding creates uninterrupted safe spaces. It’s that simple. 🛋️💬Monthly giving through our GEM (Give Every Month) program help support financial stability that allows OutYouth to offer free youth programs, low-to-no-cost therapy, and media art tools year-round.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

When youth walk into our drop-in space, they’re stepping into a space where they get to be the main character, surrounded by a community that has their back. Every single story shared in these rooms is amazing, authentic, and full of bravery. Thank you for letting us be a part of yours. ✨

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Meet Jane (she/her), OutYouth’s Children & Families Manager. She works directly with kids ages 5 to 12 and the adults who love them, helping families normalize mental health care before a crisis ever hits.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Save the Date for OutYouth's 16th Annual Glitz Gala! Saturday, November 7th, the community comes together to celebrate and raise money for OutYouth's life-changing and life-saving mission. Take a glimpse at the 2025 gala and the fun we had! Learn more about the Glitz Gala: zurl.co/UqFi9

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Twice a year, we archive every doodle, poem, and paint streak on our art tables into our permanent history, scrub the tables spotless, and hand the markers back to the youth to start the next chapter. Clean slates are nice. Community canvases are better.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Finding your people isn't just nice, it’s life-changing. 🛋️✨ Hear Jordan (he/him) from our Young Adult Program (ages 18–23) share what it felt like to walk into a room at OutYouth and realize: I am not alone in this.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Younger generations aren't interested in "saving" non-profits. They want to invest in communities that thrive. 💬 An OutYouth Board member recently dove into how generational shifts are transforming philanthropy, and why the future of giving looks a lot more like community care.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

When we talk about Rest as Resistance, we have to talk about the hurdle that gets in the way, rest guilt. That nagging feeling that you should be doing something, fixing something, or preparing for the next thing.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Our Programs Department is where LGBTQIA+ pre-teens, teens, and young adults learn that their stories are masterpieces in progress. We’re looking for our next Programs Coordinator to help lead the magic. 🔗 Apply here: zurl.co/u1j8s

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Out Youth is a 36-year-old nonprofit organization based in Austin, Texas, that supports LGBTQIA+ youth and adults with various life-changing and life-

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

"I'm just so tired." 🛋️ When we carry the invisible weight of navigating a world that doesn't always understand us, our exhaustion isn't just physical. It’s multi-layered.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

For the price of a couple of iced coffees a month, you can join our community of Rainbow GEMs and directly fund spaces where Central Texas queer and trans youth thrive. Help us scale from 210 to 300 donors this summer and build a sustainable future for our youth. Sign up here: zurl.co/vTMSG

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OutYouth GEMs: Summer of Pride

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

In a world that demands you to constantly defend who you are, choosing to rest isn't quitting; it’s a radical boundary. Your existence is inherently valuable because you are you, not because of how productive you were today. Take a breath. 🏳️‍🌈

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Thank you for your support!! 🦄💜💪

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

OutYouth was founded in 1990, the era of cassette tapes and neon windbreakers and for 36 years, we’ve been a safe harbor for LGBTQIA+ youth. To honor those roots, our monthly giving level is $19.90. Help us secure the future, we need 90 more GEMs to hit our summer goal! Invest here: zurl.co/oLO35

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

One-time donations keep the lights on, but monthly giving lets us build a sustainable future where LGBTQIA+ youth can truly thrive. We need 90 more Rainbow GEMs ($19.90/mo) to hit our summer goal of 300. Ready to invest in local youth?Join us: zurl.co/B3tys #outyouth #lgbtqyouthsupportaustin

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The 4th of July can be... a lot. 🎆 Between the sudden booms, the bright flashes, and the crowded spaces, it can easily turn into a sensory overload nightmare.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Pride Month is a beautiful, necessary riot of joy, visibility, and noise. But true liberation isn’t a 30-day sprint. If we want LGBTQIA+ youth to thrive long after the banners come down, we have to teach them something just as radical as fighting: how to rest.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

As we close out June, we’re reflecting on what it takes to build resilience. True Resilience is grounded in identity development, the work of exploring and accepting that you’re always changing and anchoring yourself so deeply in your truth that the world may shake you, but it can’t break you.🌱

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

History isn't just something we study; it's something our youth are actively writing right now. Who is the final icon in our quiz series? Learn more about this icon: legacyprojectchicago.org/person/simon...

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Confidence is built brick by brick, out of small wins that the rest of the world might not even notice. 🧱✨ We love celebrating the massive milestones, graduations, big coming-out moments, or landing a first job. But true confidence? That’s forged in the quiet, daily micro-victories.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Queer art has always been a form of protest, long before it was a marketing strategy. This icon used their creativity to demand space when the world refused to give it to them. Learn more about this icon: nmaahc.si.edu/gladys-bentley

A biographical highlight slide from OutYouth titled "Icons of Pride / Gladys Bentley." The slide displays three vintage archival photos of Gladys: on the left, a portrait of her looking directly forward dressed in her signature white tuxedo and white top hat; in the center, a full-length promotional photo of her in a white tuxedo holding a cane; and on the right, a close-up candid portrait of her smiling softly while wearing a dark hat and a fur-trimmed coat.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Can you guess this icon?? Learn more about this icon: www.npr.org/sections/the...

An OutYouth "Pride Month Quiz" slide on an orange background. The central text prompt states: "The ‘Lady in the Red Poncho’ who sang rancheras better than the men and stole their girlfriends while she was at it." The bottom purple block grid lists multiple-choice options: a cat emoji for Marsha P Johnson, a unicorn emoji for Chavela Vargas, a bouquet emoji for Sylvia Rivera, and a raised fist emoji for Gladys Bentley.

An OutYouth historical spotlight graphic titled "Icons of Pride / Chavela Vargas." The layout features three historic black-and-white and color photos of Chavela: on the left, a young Vargas sitting on a thick tree branch singing and playing an acoustic guitar while wearing a patterned poncho; in the center, a smaller photo of her as an elder wearing sunglasses and wrapped in a graphic blanket; and on the right, a close-up portrait of her laughing joyfully with an arm raised.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Let's be honest: "Fine" isn't an emotion. It’s a boundary. 🛑💬 When a youth tells you they are "fine," it rarely means everything is perfect. Usually, it means: “I don’t have the energy to explain it,” “I don’t want you to worry,” or “I’m still trying to figure out the feeling myself.”

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Pride isn't just about the fight; it’s about the joy we fought to protect. This icon reminded us that celebrating who we are is its own radical act. Learn more about this icon: nmaahc.si.edu/josephine-ba...

An OutYouth "Pride Month Quiz" interactive layout on a purple background. The text prompt reads: "A spy, a mother of twelve, and a dancer who could subvert the French government with nothing but a banana skirt and nerves of steel." The bottom orange multi-choice panel displays four names: a cat emoji for Ma Rainey, a unicorn emoji for Chavela Vargas, a bouquet emoji for Josephine Baker, and a raised fist emoji for Gladys Bentley.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

The work we do in Central Texas is part of a global tapestry of resistance and love. This international icon shifted the narrative for millions. Do you know who this is? Learn more about this icon: nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stor...

An OutYouth "Pride Month Quiz" card on an orange background. The central quiz prompt states: "A literary giant who left the US to find himself and ended up writing the blueprint for how to look at the American soul without blinking." The bottom purple grid lists options: a cat emoji for Audre Lorde, a unicorn emoji for James Baldwin, a bouquet emoji for Josephine Baker, and a raised fist emoji for Simon Tseko Nkoli.

An OutYouth historical tribute card titled "Icons of Pride / James Baldwin." The asset displays three classic black-and-white documentary photographs of Baldwin: on the left, a close-up cropped photo of him smiling warmly next to a youth; in the center, a high-contrast portrait of him resting his chin on his hand in front of a bookshelf; and on the right, a full-length street photograph of him walking down a city sidewalk with his hands in his pockets.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

When someone you love is drowning in a storm, they don’t need you on the shore shouting, "You can do it!" They need a harbor where they can finally stop swimming. 🌊⚓

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Trauma-informed history means acknowledging the people who refused to mask their pain or their joy for the comfort of others. This icon was unapologetically themselves. Learn more about this icon: nmaahc.si.edu/audre-lorde

An OutYouth "Pride Month Quiz" interactive graphic on a solid purple background. The text prompt reads: "A black, lesbian, mother, warrior, poet who reminded us that your silence won’t protect you, so you might as well get loud." The bottom multiple-choice grid is stylized in orange with options: a cat emoji for Audre Lorde, a unicorn emoji for James Baldwin, a bouquet emoji for Josephine Baker, and a raised fist emoji for Gladys Bentley.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

"Just be yourself." "Just talk to your parents." "Just report it to a teacher." Standard advice sounds simple, until you try to apply it to a world that wasn't built with you in mind. 🗺️💔

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

We don't find balance by standing still, we find it by moving together and anchoring each other. Learn more about this icon: www.advocate.com/news/miss-ma...

An OutYouth historical spotlight slide titled "Icons of Pride / Miss Major Griffin-Gracy." The layout compiles three black-and-white and color photos of Miss Major: on the left, a recent candid color photo of her smiling with long blonde braids; in the center, an older black-and-white portrait of her sitting down; and on the right, a close-up portrait of her smiling broadly with silver hair, wearing a purple and blue tulle garment.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Long before trending audio algorithms, this icon's voice gave a generation the courage to simply breathe. Learn more about this icon: www.womenshistory.org/education-re...

An OutYouth "Pride Month Quiz" layout on a purple background. The prompt text reads: "The ‘Mother of Blues’ who sang about her lady friends in the 1920s and didn’t care if you liked the tune or not." The orange multiple-choice section lists four historical figures: a cat emoji for Simon Tseko Nkoli, a unicorn emoji for Ma Rainey, a bouquet emoji for Chavela Vargas, and a raised fist emoji for Josephine Baker.

An "Icons of Pride" biographical card for "Ma Rainey." The collage displays three vintage, sepia-toned archival photographs of the legendary singer: on the left, a close-up portrait of her looking warmly towards the camera; in the center, a smaller snapshot of her performing in a sparkling headpiece; and on the right, a larger portrait showing her smiling broadly while adorned in a layered pearl necklace and lace headband.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

History reminds us where we’ve been, honors the icons and warriors who got us here, and gives us something to build upon for the next generation. Investing $19.90 a month, a tribute to the year our story began, helps provide the predictable foundation that allows our youth to grow and thrive.

A donor tier informational graphic on a cream background with a dashed border. At the top right, a blue cartoon house character with pink cheeks and a yellow roof smiles while holding up a massive, heart-shaped geometric gemstone colored with pink, orange, green, blue, and purple rainbow segments. Four-pointed sparkle icons surround the characters. Inside the dashed text box, bold text reads: "MEET THE RAINBOW STONE! FOR A MONTHLY DONATION OF $19.90 YOU CAN HELP ENSURE CONTINUOUS SUPPORT FOR THE LGBTQIA+ YOUTH WE SERVE AND BELIEVE IN A YEAR-ROUND COMMITMENT TO LOVE, AFFIRMATION, AND ACCEPTANCE."

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Normalizing a conversation usually requires someone willing to make a little noise first. This icon didn't care about being polite; they cared about being liberated. Drop your guesses below! Learn more about this icon: www.womenshistory.org/education-re...

An OutYouth "Pride Month Quiz" card on an orange background. The central text reads: "Venezuelan-Puerto Rican trans activist, Stonewall veteran, and crucial advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, most famously as co-founder of Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR)." The purple multiple-choice footer gives four options: a cat emoji for Sylvia Rivera, a unicorn emoji for Audre Lorde, a bouquet emoji for Chavela Vargas, and a raised fist emoji for Gladys Bentley.

An "Icons of Pride" historical spotlight layout for "Sylvia Rivera." The slide includes three black-and-white documentary photographs: on the left, a candid shot of a young Sylvia sitting down and smiling outdoors; in the center, a small color image of Sylvia joyfully marching in a street parade with her arms outstretched; and on the right, an expressive full-length photo of an older Sylvia leaning casually against a large wooden dock bollard by the waterfront, looking over her shoulder.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Your life is a canvas, you can change the brushstrokes whenever you want! 🎨✨ Trial and error isn’t a mistake, it’s evolution! Whether you are 9, 17, 23, or 53, life is a continuous journey of figuring out who you are. That means you have full permission to pivot.

A mental health infographic on a cream background with a thick blue border. A purple pill-shaped header at the top reads "You Have Full Permission To Pivot!" The graphic features three actionable tips with arrow indicators: at the top left, a red "Hello! My Name Is Oyo" badge overlapping a blue "Hello! My Name Is Blue" badge next to the text "Try Out New Names!" In the middle, a small, smiling orange house character with pink cheeks says "Today I'll try she/they!" next to the text "Test Out Different Pronouns!" At the bottom left, a green book titled "Tales Of Oyo" sits on top of drawing paper and a pencil next to the text "Try Out Different Passions!"

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

D&D is a wonderful tool to introduce youth to storytelling and how powerful it can be! Today, we are doing our first D&D One-Shot Adventure with participants from our Young Adult (18-23) Program!

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GLAAD @glaad.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

GLAAD showed up in Austin, Texas in the last week of May for the annual ATX Television Festival, where TV fans and the industry come together to celebrate television. GLAAD served on three panels at the festival. #RepresentationMatters

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GLAAD Gets Into Queer Storytelling, the Success of LGBTQ Stories, and more at ATX TV Festival | GLAAD

GLAAD showed up in Austin, Texas in the last week of May for the annual ATX TV Festival, where TV fans and the industry come together to celebrate television.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

When the room gets too loud, how do you find your footing? 🌀👇 Big crowds, bright lights, overlapping voices, whether it’s a school assembly, a busy community event, or just a hectic day, it’s incredibly easy for our nervous systems to go into overdrive.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Surviving a hostile environment takes grit; changing that environment so the next generation can thrive takes vision. This icon did both. Do you recognize this trailblazer? Learn more about this icon: www.womenshistory.org/education-re...

An OutYouth "Pride Month Quiz" graphic on a purple background. The text prompt reads: "The ‘P’ stands for ‘Pay It No Mind,’ but her legacy is something the world finally started paying attention to." The orange multiple-choice section lists four options: a cat emoji for Sylvia Rivera, a unicorn emoji for Marsha P Johnson, a bouquet emoji for Ma Rainey, and a raised fist emoji for Miss Major Griffin-Gracy.

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Equality Texas @equalitytexas.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Join us for our first-ever IG Live series every Thursday in June at 6pm!💬 Special guests will be announced on our stories. See y'all Thursday(s)!💗 📌Follow us on Instagram to tune in: @equalitytexas

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

This summer, we’re hosting our first-ever Group Summer Camp for LGBTQIA+ youth (ages 11-17) and it’s designed around a new chill vibe every day! Led by our full clinical team, we’re blending therapeutic support with ultimate summer fun. Here is what the weeks’ themes look like:

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Surviving a hostile environment takes grit; changing that environment so the next generation can thrive takes vision. This icon did both. Do you recognize this trailblazer?

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Surviving is knowing our history; thriving is making sure it’s never forgotten. We're kicking off Pride Month by honoring the giants whose shoulders we stand on. Drop your guesses below—who is this trailblazer?

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Pride Month isn’t just a spot on the calendar; it’s a living reminder that you deserve to occupy space exactly as you are. From quiet self-discovery to loud celebrations, this month (and this home) is yours. Happy Pride, family! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Support isn't a luxury; it's a lifeline. We often talk about thriving as if it’s a solo mission, but for LGBTQIA+ youth, the most powerful clinical tool isn't found in a textbook: it’s found at home.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

There’s a quiet power in how we finish a sentence that starts with “I am.” In our clinical spaces, we talk a lot about these two small words, and not because we teach grammar lessons; they are the anchors for our resilience.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

How to kick Creative Paralysis to the curb. 🎨✨ We hear it all the time: "I don't have a story to tell." (Spoiler: You do). 🧵 When the blank page feels intimidating, try the 10-Minute Brain Dump.

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OutYouth @outyouth.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Stop letting the world hold the pen. It’s time you started writing your own script. Whether you’re a pre-teen, teen, or young adult, your journey isn't just a series of events; it’s a masterpiece in progress. Here is why your story is your greatest superpower:

A colorful graphic titled "3 Reasons Why Your Story Matters" by OutYouth. The title is written in large, yellow script over a blue book cover. A happy unicorn with a rainbow mane is illustrated on the front of the book. The image is framed with a bold pink border.

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