Online Mentorship Program for Youth Mental Health Advocates
We at mindyourmind will be hosting an online program for youth who have an idea to create change around mental health. As this will be delivered online, the only geographical requirement is that participants live in Canada, so please share widely:
Do you have an idea to create awareness and change towards mental wellness in your community? We are currently looking for volunteers to be a part of our cross-Canada project, youthexperts online, delivered virtually! This is a six-month, online guided mentorship program to help you develop your idea, apply for up to $1500 in grant funding, and bring your vision to life.
Who
Seeking young people across Canada who are between the ages of 15-29, and are passionate about mental health and creating change within their communities.
What
Online mentorship from mental health professionals to develop your idea, including help with obtaining grant money, skill building, and more!
When
Regular online meetings from April to September 2020.
Why
Gain skills and knowledge to bring your ideas to life, and make positive change! Be part of the Canada Service Corps, a national network of youth organizations and unique opportunities that empower young people to make an impact.
Apply by April 3, 2020.
Thanks for posting [@mention:363712671284885288]! Can you please share this in our Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario group as well?
Done - thanks for the suggestion!
[@mention:363712671284885288] This sounds great. Will this be available in French?
Unfortunately not, as we do not have the expertise within our organization to facilitate in French; however, thank you for bringing up that accessibility gap - I will reach out to a partner Francophone organization to explore ways we can work together on this or a separate project, now that everyone is adapting their normal youth engagement programs to new online implementations under these crisis circumstances.
Hi there, I see the deadline has passed, is there any flexibility on that? Thanks.
[@mention:372025131034627908] Unfortunately not for this current round; however, due to a high level of interest and continually adapting to the pandemic situation, we do plan to gather another group for a second program cohort later on. If you'd like, sign up for our mindBYTES newsletter to receive updates and stay posted when that second application opens.