Mental Health, By and For Young People

In most social movements, we insist that those who are affected speak for themselves. Those who hold the experience hold the space.

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Yet strangely, when it comes to youth, we often let others do the talking.

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Jack.org

“Youth mental health in Canada has been in decline for over a decade. More young people than ever before are living with depression, anxiety, and a sense of helplessness. ”

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Jack Chapters are groups of young people that support community mental health by running initiatives designed to support the mental health needs of community members.

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Jack Talks are mental health presentations that use the power of personal stories and peer-to-peer connection to spark open dialogue about mental health challenges, support, and resources.

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Be There is a free, online resource that provides young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support a friend or loved one who is struggling with their mental health.

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Jack.org is disrupting that narrative. Giving young people the skills, knowledge, resources, and community to step away from helplessness and own youth mental health by teaching and learning mental health essentials, supporting their peers, and championing policies that will sustain youth for generations to come.

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Together with young people, we can create the change we need to see.

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Over a Million People Supported By Jack.org Programs
Resilience and support networks are key to mentally healthy lives.
Resilience and support networks are key to mentally healthy lives.
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“Youth mental health in Canada has been in decline for over a decade. More young people than ever before are living with depression, anxiety, and a sense of helplessness. ”

We're working towards a Canada where all young people understand how to take care of their own mental health and look out for each other. A Canada without shame, where all those who need support get the help they deserve. Our movement is powered by tens of thousands of advocates and allies across every province and territory of Canada.

Featured Resources

We are not a service provider. These resources have been vetted by our professional programs team. Many of them are developed in conjunction with young leaders from the Jack.org network. Questions? Email hello@jack.org.

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FOR ALL YOUTH

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FOR BLACK YOUTH

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FOR INDIGENOUS YOUTH

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FOR NEWCOMER YOUTH

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