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Back Where It All Began, Speaking Hope into Young Leaders

Back Where It All Began, Speaking Hope into You...

When I got the invitation to speak at the LIVE Leadership Camp, my heart did a little flip. Not just because I was honored, but because this camp is part...

Back Where It All Began, Speaking Hope into You...

When I got the invitation to speak at the LIVE Leadership Camp, my heart did a little flip. Not just because I was honored, but because this camp is part...

Diverse group of smiling teens holding a handmade sign that reads ‘Hope for Teens’ in colorful letters, promoting youth-led mental health support.

Why Teen-Led Mental Health Advocacy is Changing...

This is for the teen who sat quietly in class, wondering if anyone else felt like crying in the bathroom. For the friend who texts “you good?” when they mean...

Why Teen-Led Mental Health Advocacy is Changing...

This is for the teen who sat quietly in class, wondering if anyone else felt like crying in the bathroom. For the friend who texts “you good?” when they mean...

Teen girl smiling in front of colorful manga-style background featuring vintage anime posters and stylized Japanese text effects. Highlights a personal anime journey.

My Own Anime Journey

Back when I was in elementary school, I used to visit the local library up the street almost every day. The librarian always greeted me with a smile as I...

My Own Anime Journey

Back when I was in elementary school, I used to visit the local library up the street almost every day. The librarian always greeted me with a smile as I...

Youth-led mental health advocacy presentation featuring Hiya founder Alejandra Wells and visuals on teen mental health trends, peer support, workshops, and the ‘Check On Your People’ campaign.

New Study Shows Why Peer Support Is a Game-Chan...

At just 16, Alejandra Wells is doing more than designing jewelry. She’s designing a whole new approach to mental health. At the 2025 ICAN Summit, Alejandra plans to unveil fresh...

New Study Shows Why Peer Support Is a Game-Chan...

At just 16, Alejandra Wells is doing more than designing jewelry. She’s designing a whole new approach to mental health. At the 2025 ICAN Summit, Alejandra plans to unveil fresh...

Sad teen girl sitting alone at school while a group of peers whisper and laugh in the background. Represents exclusion, bullying, and toxic friendships.

5 Signs You're in a Toxic Group

Friend groups are supposed to feel like your escape from reality, but sometimes they can drain you instead of lifting you up. If you’ve ever walked away from a hangout...

5 Signs You're in a Toxic Group

Friend groups are supposed to feel like your escape from reality, but sometimes they can drain you instead of lifting you up. If you’ve ever walked away from a hangout...

Interns at No More Empty Pots conducting a hands-on science experiment in a lab setting, wearing goggles and collaborating with focus and curiosity.

Don’t Sleep on Summer Internships

Summer is the best time to get involved in the community through an internship, so now is the time to start thinking about applying for one. Why intern? It’s a...

Don’t Sleep on Summer Internships

Summer is the best time to get involved in the community through an internship, so now is the time to start thinking about applying for one. Why intern? It’s a...