Hopelab

11/28/2023

What could happen if we reimagine what tech looks like and the roles it plays in our lives? If we wanted to design emerging technologies that instead work for our young people’s mental health using the science of well-being, where would we begin?

We need to reframe the conversation around technology and mental health into one of increased connection and potential for solutions.

11/23/2023

imi is a web application that supports LGBTQ+ teens’ mental health by affirming their identities and helping teens cope with the stress imposed by discrimination. Data indicates that imi is effective at promoting the well-being of LGBTQ+ teens.

Unpacking the results of a pilot randomized control trial of imi, a web app designed to improve mental health by supporting LGBTQ+ identity affirmation and boosting positive coping skills

11/21/2023

We're celebrating Young Innovators in Behavioral Health — Award Winners in the Arts & Media Category! This award is designed to recognize and bring attention to emerging leaders in the field of mental health. Young people play a central role in envisioning, designing, and building a future where well-being is supported. Let's continue this important work by finding opportunities to deepen the ways we engage young people in our work.
https://bit.ly/3FZiScP

11/15/2023

Meet the winners of the Inaugural Young Innovators in Behavioral Health Awards Program! Created in partnership with Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute and Going Digital Behavioral Health Tech, the 30 winners are recognized for their contributions to access, awareness, and advancement of digital mental health care for young people across the country. Congratulations! https://bit.ly/3FZiScP

11/14/2023

We believe and know that strategically partnering with youth is a critical aspect of creating impactful products, services and experiences that center on the specific needs and preferences of young people.

Our guide offers resources, tips and tools:

Partnering with youth is a critical aspect of creating impactful products, services, and experiences that center on the specific needs and preferences of young people. This guide offers resources, tips, and tools to learn more about co-creation with and for youth.

11/07/2023

Caraway is addressing the multitude of healthcare crises facing college women+ with the first integrated mental, physical and reproductive healthcare solution.

Erin Sietstra chats with Lori Evans Bernstein, CEO & Co-founder of Caraway, about investing in health equity

11/02/2023

Health is about everyone, everywhere. And we can empower individuals to lead healthier lives by providing accessible and inclusive healthcare solutions. Learn more about how you can amplify this powerful initiative, the Health is for Every BODY campaign, here:

Health is not about color, ethnicity, gender, income, age, location, or SDOH, it's about everyone, everywhere, everyBODY.

10/31/2023

Fighting climate injustice requires intergenerational participation. We have the opportunity to support the mental health and psychological resilience of Gen Z-ers, particularly youth of color, as they navigate the impacts of climate change.

Supporting youth mental health in an era of global climate change.

10/26/2023

Many LGBTQ+ kids, especially transgender youth, are suffering—more likely to feel anxious, depressed, and suicidal—because of the stress and pain they feel from a society that questions their existence and often refuses to protect them.

When the visibility of transgender people is threatened, human rights are threatened. We must band together to prevent blatant discrimination and stand up for what is right. Let us be clear. Transgender rights matter. Transgender visibility matters.

10/17/2023

What are some opportunities to deepen the ways we engage youth in our work and across the ecosystem? Modeling intergenerational collaboration as a strategy might be one of them. We're sharing learnings from a recent exploration and invite you to join in. https://bit.ly/3PCEjoF

10/12/2023

The Campaign from offers an easy-to-understand snapshot of school mental health policy in each state. Check out your state's report card and then learn about the eight policy areas so we can start to take action.

We need your help to advocate for better policy to help improve access to mental health care for young people. https://hopefulfutures.us/

10/05/2023

What are the opportunities in youth mental health and investing in future leaders?

Ashley Monterrosa, youth advisor at California Children's Trust, and Jade Davis, youth empowerment coordinator at California Coalition for Youth, share their ideas on the needs of the next generation.

10/03/2023

Dungeons & Dragons for climate justice? Yep! Oakland-based Mycellium Youth Network puts a twist on the popular game and takes on climate anxiety by encouraging young people to be heroes in their own story. Their unique twist on the classic game is featured on CBS News

A California climate organization for young people is putting its own twist on the popular board game Dungeons & Dragons. The Oakland-based group is creating a collection of 10 original role-playing adventures in which players tackle social and environmental issues rather than fictional monsters. Li...

09/28/2023

Creating safe online environments for young people is key to mental health and well-being.

09/27/2023

Hopelab partner MindRight Health is advancing health equity by making mental health support accessible and inclusive. Their latest white paper, published today, highlights how crucial it is that our mental healthcare system elevates providers and solutions that are BIPOC-led and reflects on the shifting power dynamics that can lead to higher rates of engagement in care for underserved populations. We hope that you'll dig in, read, and share some of these insights. https://www.mindright.io/whitepaper

09/25/2023

Applications are open for a Well-being By Design Fellowship with the Joan Ganz Cooney Center! Mid-career professionals who work in kids interactive tech and media should apply by October 18. More information here: https://bit.ly/44S9hPe

The Joan Ganz Cooney Center’s Well-Being by Design Fellowship is a four-month professional development program for designers and producers of interactive kids’ technology and media. This is a FREE program supported by Pinterest with no fee or cost to participate. The Cooney Center is an indepen

09/21/2023

"Support and mentorship is so crucial to young people." -Maddie Freeman, Founder of . More on the importance of intergenerational relationships:

09/18/2023

You don't have to be an expert to help. Just A.S.K. - Acknowledge, Support, Keep-in-Touch. The best way to get started is at asktohelp.com an awesome new site from