Mental Health First

Before youth can lead, they must first heal. At Brave Generation, healing comes before everything else. War leaves invisible wounds, and without addressing them, no young person can fully learn, connect, or lead. That’s why mental health is the first and most essential pillar of our work. *charity: water partners with institutions such as Charitable Solutions, LLC and the National Gift Annuity Foundation to manage charitable gift annuities.

Why Mental Health Comes First?

  • 1 in 3 youth suffer depression
  • 1 in 5 youth live with anxiety
  • 1 in 3 youth carry trauma
  • 43% of children report psychosocial distress

The Urgent Need

Requests for professional support have tripled since 2023 — over 50,000 children sought help in the first nine months of 2024

50,000+ children needed help in 2024 alone — as reported by Reuters, reflecting the sharp increase in demand

Our program provides young people with real support

Drilled wells

Private therapy sessions Group support for students Mindfulness tools Learn more

Drilled wells

Private therapy sessions Group support for students Mindfulness tools Learn more

Drilled wells

Private therapy sessions Group support for students Mindfulness tools Learn more

Our Psychologists

Therapy Outcomes

  • 85% of participants report reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression after 8 months of therapy
  • 70% say they feel more resilient and able to cope with daily challenges
  • 65% report improved concentration and academic performance
  • 80% of youth in group sessions say they feel less isolated

Access & Engagement

  • 100% of participants received one-on-one therapy or group support at no cost
  • 90% attended at least 6 of 8 months of sessions (high engagement)
  • 75% continued using coping strategies learned in therapy after the program

Therapy Outcomes

  • 60% of participants became mentors or peer supporters for others
  • 70% reported stronger connections to Ukrainian community networks
  • 50% shared that their mental health improvements made them more confident in pursuing education or work opportunities

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