Our initiatives

Youth Development

Creating opportunities for young people to lead, learn, connect and shape conversations and action across communities and borders.

Why This Matters

Young people need more than access to services. They need meaningful opportunities to learn, lead, participate, connect and influence the decisions that affect their lives.

Our Approach

We create spaces for youth leadership, dialogue, peer learning, international exchange and collective action through programmes, networks and collaborative initiatives.

Programmes and initiatives

Ongoing

GMHYF & youth-led global dialogue

GMHYF is a Manuskey initiative connecting a growing international community of young people interested in mental health and social change. Our aim is to create a forum where young people shape the agenda rather than simply attend events.

Documented contributions include MindLab Dialogues and Mind Mosaic spotlights. Future dialogue dates and the resource directory are not announced as launched here.

  • Global Mental Health Youth Forum (GMHYF)
  • Youth Leadership and Engagement
  • MindLab Dialogues
  • Mind Mosaic
  • Youth Learning and Community Initiatives

Stories from this pillar

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We welcome institutions, researchers, community organizations and young people who want to build this pillar with us.

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