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"I realized that this was not an isolated incident. In fact, the?Mental Health Commission of Canada?reports that 39% of Ontario high-school students show a moderate-to-serious level of psychological distress." This is a great initiative through the PTERYX Foundation, a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the well-being of Indigenous and minority youth.?Read more: https://lnkd.in/gZsdiu4T #MentalHealth #YouthSupport #PTERYXFoundation #PsychologicalWellbeing #StudentHealth #UnderrepresentedYouth #OntarioEducation #MentalHealthAwareness #YouthLeadership #bced #education #ontario

This is a great way to begin to address the youth mental health crisis. "Public-private partnership launches Youth Mental Health Corps May 20, 2024 - According to AmeriCorps, one in three high school students report persistent feelings of hopelessness. Approximately 122 million people live in a mental health professional shortage area, where there is a shortage of more than 6,000 practitioners, according to the?Department of Health and Human Services. The?Youth Mental Health Corps?aims to help teenagers access critical mental health resources and bolster the mental health workforce. Other partners include?America’s Service Commissions,?America Forward, and the?National Council for Mental Wellbeing. The Schultz Family Foundation and Pinterest, which worked together to establish the initiative, will provide financial support to participating state service commissions to design and adapt the initiative to meet local needs, including providing training and credentials to AmeriCorps members. Hundreds of AmeriCorps members will be deployed in (11 states) Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, and Texas starting in September 2024. Seven other states—California, Iowa, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, and Utah—have received planning grants and intend to launch their own Corps in the fall of 2025. “National service is a win-win for addressing the teen mental-health crisis because it allows young adults to support each other peer-to-peer while gaining valuable skills and experience, getting paid and earning a credential,” said Schultz Family Foundation co-founder and chair Sheri Kersch Schultz. “The Youth Mental Health Corps demonstrates the power of philanthropy, business, government and non-profits partnering to create innovative solutions to critical national challenges.” #MentalHealthAwareness

Learn about our current Youth Engagement projects and how we support young people to lead discussions on their mental health priorities. https://ow.ly/uP2L50Ql9Oi ??Coming soon: new youth engagement webpage... #mentalhealth #futurehealth #youngpeople

Sharing on behalf of an amazing group I’m working with, Finding Our Power Together who are looking for folx to join their Indigenous Community Advisory Committee. ?? Calling all community members! We're launching the "Bridging the Gap: Indigenous Youth Leading the Path to Improved Mental Health Systems" project alongside Bereaved Families Ontario, thanks to the Ontario Trillium Foundation Systems Innovation Fund. ?? About the Project: The project is a 5-year long project that blends innovative research methods to document and understand the mental health journey for Indigenous youth, and then build innovative solutions to sector gaps. The project is guided by Indigenous perspectives and practices; and therefore we are looking for your guidance. Your voice and lived experience are crucial to navigating the unique challenges Indigenous youth face in accessing mental health support. We Need You: ?? Share insights & strategies as an Advisory Committee member. ?? Help develop culturally sensitive mental health approaches. ?? Receive a $250 honorarium per meeting attended. ??? Meet quarterly in Toronto (hybrid options available). Who Can Apply? Indigenous community members (First Nations, Metis, Inuit) in the GTA with. lived experience within the mental health service system (i.e. as a client, provider, caregiver). We are looking for diverse perspectives, including Youth (18+, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, people with disabilities and mental health diagnosis, elders, and adults.). Must be able to commit to one year engagement! ?? Ready to Make an Impact? Submit your application on our form or send us an email with your story and why you want to join. Let's innovate mental health support together! For details and to apply, tap the link: https://lnkd.in/gcQdbtuy ?? #IndigenousYouthMentalHealth #CommunityAdvisory #MentalHealthSupport #Toronto #JoinUs #MakeADifference

Q&A: Blackbird on its youth mental health platform and $17M raise - MobiHealthNews #Interview with Blackbird CEO In a recent interview, the CEO of Blackbird discusses their youth mental health platform and recent $17M fundraising round. #Platform Features Blackbird's platform offers personalized mental health support for young people, including therapy sessions, self-help tools, and peer support groups. #Target Audience The platform is specifically designed for youth aged 13-25 who may be struggling with mental health issues. #Funding Round Blackbird recently raised $17M in funding to further develop and expand their platform to reach more young people in need of mental health support. #Future Plans The CEO shares insights on Blackbird's plans for the future, including expanding their services and reaching more users in different regions. # ai.mediformatica.com #health #mentalhealth #about #scale #funding #seriesa #tompeterson #defineventures #evolenthealth #fristcreey #fristcreeyventures #fundinground #digitalhealth #healthit #healthtech #healthcaretechnology @MediFormatica (https://buff.ly/4aODnGr)

StrongMinds, a DRK Foundation portfolio organization, treats women and adolescents with depression in low-income, sub-Saharan African communities. Leveraging group interpersonal therapy, StrongMinds has provided treatment to over 600,000 individuals, with 80% of their patients remaining depression-free six months after therapy. Because of their proven impact, StrongMinds is expanding to the United States and recently launched in New Jersey to address the growing youth mental health crisis. Catalyzed by a grant from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, StrongMinds America is providing mental health screenings, workshops, presentations, and resources to youth in under-resourced communities to help them identify signs and symptoms of mental health concerns. So far, in 2024, StrongMinds America has connected 500 youth in New Jersey to mental health support. Their long-term goal is to fundamentally?increase access to mental health services in all 50 states.? “This grant from Horizon has enabled StrongMinds America to challenge stigma and misconceptions about mental health that keep people from reengaging with services they need. Our goal has always been to remove barriers to care in communities we serve, and this funding is crucial in achieving this goal,” says Sean Mayberry, founder and CEO of StrongMinds, about their recent support. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/esMnCEm3

? ‘Creative Minds’ - Briefing Paper?? ?? Imroc’s Chair of Trustees, Dr Steven Michael OBE said: “Throughout my career working in mental health services I have seen how helpful creative activity can be in supporting people (including myself) to stay well. These activities provide a sense of peace, creativity, purpose, achievement and connection for people who have lost confidence and a purpose and meaning in life. As CEO of South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, our mission, informed and co-produced by local people, was to help people realise their potential and live well in their own communities. Within these communities there are so many opportunities for people to join together in local groups and facilities to make art, poetry, film, to join knitting groups, craft circles, pottery workshops, choirs and music groups. For those who seek connection through more active pursuits there are walking, climbing, sailing, sports, cultural, political and faith groups. I was fully aware of the limitations of health services in supporting people to rebuild their lives and wanted to find a way of linking all those using mental health services with communities of their choice”. ?? This vision led to the creation of Creative Minds—a movement linking mental health services with local creative and active communities. Creative Minds empowers individuals to engage, recover, and contribute, which facilitates meaning and purpose. ?? Now a thriving charity, Creative Minds has partnered with over 120 community organisations, delivering over 1000 projects. This Briefing Paper describes the development of Creative Minds, how it works, who is involved, what difference it makes, and how others might take these community-focused innovations forward in their own localities. Creative Minds is developing a package of support to organisations who wish to follow a similar route of development with contacts on the final page of this paper.? ? https://lnkd.in/ec2t3MgB #Imroc #publications #MentalHealth #Community #CreativeMinds #Wellbeing #empowerment #meaning #purpose?

O'Maxwell Gad your question resonated deeply with me, prompting me to explore an issue close to my heart. As we build a center to support youth in the Alexandra community, where hopelessness often leads to negative outcomes, I'm constantly seeking solutions to uplift and empower our young people. When youths have lost hope in the system and themselves, it's essential to provide support and resources to help them regain confidence and find purpose. Here are some additional steps that can be taken: 1?? Provide Counseling and Mental Health Support: Offer access to counseling services and mental health support to address any underlying issues such as depression, anxiety, or trauma. Create safe spaces where youths can express their feelings and receive professional guidance and support. 2?? Offer Skills Development and Training: Provide opportunities for skills development and training in areas such as communication, problem-solving, emotional intelligence, and resilience. These skills are essential for navigating challenges and building confidence in one's abilities. 3?? Promote Positive Role Models: Showcase positive role models who have overcome adversity and achieved success despite facing obstacles. Highlight stories of resilience, perseverance, and triumph to inspire youths and demonstrate that success is possible. 4?? Encourage Community Engagement: Encourage youths to get involved in community activities, volunteer work, or social causes that align with their interests and values. Engaging in community service can provide a sense of purpose, connection, and fulfillment. 5?? Create Opportunities for Personal Growth: Offer opportunities for personal growth and self-discovery through activities such as journaling, mindfulness practices, art therapy, or outdoor experiences. These activities can help youths explore their identity, values, and aspirations. 6?? Foster Supportive Relationships: Build supportive relationships with trusted adults, mentors, peers, and community members who can offer guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear. Create mentorship programs and peer support groups where youths can connect with positive influences and receive support. 7?? Address Systemic Issues: Advocate for systemic changes and reforms that address the root causes of hopelessness and disenfranchisement, such as poverty, inequality, discrimination, and lack of access to opportunities. Work towards creating a more inclusive, equitable, and supportive society for all youths. By taking these proactive steps and providing holistic support, we can help youths rebuild hope in themselves and the system, empowering them to pursue their dreams and make positive contributions to society. I'm eager to hear your thoughts and ideas on this important topic. Let's continue the conversation and work together to create a brighter future for all. #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityDevelopment #SocialImpact #EmpowermentForAll #InclusiveGrowth

It's always a joy to hear from our partners about the impact of our collaborative work. Here's what Janedellis Mbae from @Mirror of Hope CBO had to say. "Mental 360 has helped us achieve outputs geared towards improving access to psychosocial support among our beneficiaries. Mental 360 has come in handy to address the problem of mental health issues among the children, youth, women and men in Kibera, which is the community we serve at large. To start off, Mental 360 trained our 11 staff and volunteers on PFA in 2023 and this equipped the staff to handle issues that are presented to them by the community. Quoting a staff member working in the women empowerment project, she says " I was able to help a client who had issues troubling her mentally she was able to get clarity on the way forward in seeking further help". A Project Officer working with the youth said " I managed to conduct PFA to a youth and linked her to a counsellor. It was my first ever incident to handle and I am glad the training by Mental 360 was conducted, hence I was well prepared to ASK, LISTEN and LINK" Through the 4 group therapy sessions held with the youth, we have been able to enlighten the youth on signs of depression and how to know when one should seek help. The platform has created a lot of interest in the youth and they would like the sessions to continue in 2024 as they are yearning to open up and learn more. The 2 trainings offered during the holiday programme for our students on Mental health awareness were beneficial to the specific group, which is the adolescent age group/teens. The students (beneficiaries) under our sponsorship project are more open about issues troubling them and they were linked with the necessary support. The rapport among the staff directly working with the students was improved. The students opened up to the staff and shared how the sessions helped them be more self-aware."

Young people face issues such as mental health challenges and adverse effects of social media, and so I was pleased to come across this article detailing young people in Orkney tackling the issue head-on by creating drop-in bubble tea sessions to combat loneliness. Not only do younger people face high rates of loneliness, but rural isolation and scattered public transport are unique challenges faced by youth in Orkney, so it is great to see a sense of #belonging embraced. https://lnkd.in/e2rJPTuS