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Global Health NOW: “Youth and the UN High-Level Meeting on NCDs and Mental Health: From Commitments to Action”
For the first time, mental health is taking centre stage at a UN High-Level Meeting on the Prevention of Noncommunicable Diseases, which will take place on September 25, 2025, at…
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Powering Mental Health Innovation: The Role of Localized Learning and Support
By Nikhil Gowd, Knowledge, Management and Translation Analyst and Jigme Garwang, Knowledge, Management and Translation Associate at Grand Challenges Canada Innovation thrives not just through financial investment, but with the…
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Request for Proposals: Ecosystem Catalyst Opportunity for Ecuador
We’re seeking Ecosystem Catalyst proposals from mental health organizations, civil society organizations, social enterprises, research institutions, consortiums, and others who work with and can influence decision-makers, public sector representatives, community…
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Momentum-Building for Youth Mental Health in Tanzania
Last month, two inspiring events in Tanzania brought together youth leaders, government representatives, funders, and mental health advocates to learn from one another, build connections, and strengthen the movement for…
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New Report: Youth Voices — A Guide to Meaningful Youth Engagement in Mental Health Funding
Globally, one in seven adolescents experiences mental health challenges — disrupting their education, employment, and social wellbeing. And yet, youth are too often excluded from the decisions that directly affect…
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Channel Kindness: Being Youth Advisors and LGBTQ+ Leaders Share Their Thoughts on Peer-Driven Mental Health Solutions
A recent story from Channel Kindness highlights the inspiring work of young LGBTQ+ leaders championing peer-driven mental health support. Cynthia Germanotta, president and co-founder of Born This Way Foundation, shared…
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