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Welcome!
Welcome to 13 Reasons to Fly! Thank you so much for visiting and joining the fight against stigma surrounding mental illness. We hope you find a way to uphold our mission in your daily lives! Each of you have the power to make a difference. It’s time we start the conversation. Below you’ll see our recent projects and what we are doing to spread our message!
Kansas City, Missouri- Finding Hope
Last month we had the honor to host a workshop at Youth 2019, a convention with thousands of other young people!
Our workshop (titled Finding Hope) was an informal discussion on mental health challenges and ways to battle stigma. We began by sharing the story and origin of 13 Reasons to Fly, and then invited people to brainstorm & share their reasons to fly.
We were blown away by the openness, bravery, and strength of the young people that attended. Recounting on this experience gives us inspiration to propel forward and continue doing this much needed work! So incredibly grateful for all the people we had the opportunity to meet.
Keep spreading your wings.
Youth Ambassadors/ Volunteers
Interested in joining our team?
We’re looking for passionate, young people to help spread our message & share their own! 13 Reasons to Fly is looking to expand our program and bring more people on board. After all, this program is all about youth voice.
To express interest please fill out this quick Youth Ambassador Questionnaire! We’re excited for our future- these young people are the future!
Legislative Breakfast
Today I had the honor of bringing our message to The State House through the Department of Mental Health. I’m so grateful for this opportunity, and to have met many amazing people, survivors, and activists. A reminder that the work we’re doing to eradicate stigma is vital and our voices are needed. Thank you DMH!
Pegasus House, Daybreak Shelter
Had an amazing time working with the young women at Pegasus House in Lawrence! We had a lot of fun developing Reasons to Fly on kites!
We also discussed the pressure of stigma , and took great pride in working to make their labels ‘disappear’.Thank you to Robin, the staff and all the strong young people from Pegasus House!
Holbrook Library
Join us this Saturday! We will be discussing ways to start the conversation and spread hope in our daily lives! We have a fun activity planned- All are welcome.
Start of School
As school is right around the corner or has already begun for young people, we want to remind you all to relax! I hope you all enjoy Labor Day weekend and get the opportunity to do something for yourself!
And don’t forget, if you want to start the conversation at your school, please contact us!
