Healing Ourselves Youth Fellows: Leading Mental Health & Identity Workshops at Our Program

We are proud to highlight the start of an important journey for two of our students who have embarked on specialized training as part of the Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF) initiative, Healing Ourselves, Healing Our Communities. These students are now preparing to lead meaningful conversations about mental health and identity within our program.

The workshop series is designed to foster mental health awareness, emotional well-being, and racial healing among Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) youth. Through CACF's training, our students have gained essential skills to create safe, healing-centered environments where their peers can engage in open dialogue about these critical topics.

The title Healing Ourselves Youth Fellows reflects their commitment to both personal growth and community empowerment. As they prepare to lead Mental Health & Identity Workshops within our program, they bring their lived experiences and unique perspectives to the forefront. While they are at the very start of this journey, we are excited about the potential impact of their leadership.

The curriculum, developed in collaboration with eight AAPI youth-serving organizations, emphasizes the power of peer-to-peer leadership:

"Your voice and perspective matter. As a young person and leader, you are uniquely well-suited to lead these workshops and inspire your peers."

Our students are ready to step into this role, and while the workshops are just beginning, we are confident that their efforts will foster meaningful connections, reduce mental health stigmas, and encourage their peers to embrace their identities with confidence and pride.

As a community, we are inspired by the passion and dedication of these students. We look forward to sharing updates on their progress and the impact of their workshops as they continue to grow and lead. Stay tuned for more as this exciting journey unfolds.