Stay for Tomorrow by Theo Burkhardt I closed the bedroom door and sank onto the carpet. Leaning my head against the doorframe, I let out a long sigh. Everything was happening so fast. I rubbed my eyes until I saw kaleidoscopes and tapped my head against the wall. It felt like the house of cards […]
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There is an immense amount of beauty that radiates around the month of June. June is a time that holds the weight of memory and the light of celebration. As a Black queer woman, June is not just another page on the calendar—it is a deeply powerful reminder of identity, resilience, and joy that refuses
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This Mental Health Awareness Month, YTP Youth Ambassador Liana brought passion, purpose, and play to her community by organizing two powerful events for school-aged children. Through creative, hands-on activities, Liana introduced young participants to healthy emotional expression, coping strategies, and the importance of mental health—showing that it’s never too early to start these conversations. From
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As far back as I can remember, stories have been an essential part of my life. Ever since pre-school, I’ve been a voracious reader and I can distinctly recall carrying around battered copies of Geronimo Stilton and Magic Tree House novels wherever I went. As I became older, I listened to my family’s stories. I
Trigger Warning: This story contains references to rape, suicide, and abuse. “I was abused throughout my childhood. My father was an egotistical maniac, self-absorbed with his government conspiracy theories and hatred of anyone with a different color of skin. My mother was an abusive alcoholic and an apathetic caregiver who had tried to kill me
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On March 27, I led a youth mental health workshop at the Tompkins County Public Library in Ithaca, NY, and it was such a wonderful time! Young participants made their own storyboards which outlined their mental health journeys as well as their current moods and emotions, and they decorated them with a huge variety of
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Emma, a sophomore from Vermont, has been an active member of her high school’s YTP club since freshman year. She’s passionate about spreading hope and smashing the stigma, participating in countless events—from fundraising at sports games to hosting lunchtime tabling, rock painting, and more. With big plans ahead, Emma continues to make a meaningful impact
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Changemakers, With the recent events in the U.S. government, marginalized communities—including people of color, disabled individuals, immigrants, women, queer individuals, etc.—are once again facing the dismantling of hard-fought rights and protections. The systems that were built to oppress us are not only becoming stronger, but they are regressing the life-altering work that our ancestors and
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Meet Zach, one of YTP’s newest Youth Ambassadors from New York! From overcoming self-doubt to embracing his true identity, Zach’s journey is a powerful testament to the importance of self-belief in mental well-being. In his video, he shares how he found the strength to move beyond a toxic environment and step into his confidence, proving
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Meet Julia Mukai of Pratt University: February’s Ambassador of the Month We are excited to shine a spotlight on Julia Mukai, our February Ambassador of the Month! Julia’s passion for mental health advocacy and her commitment to creating open, hopeful spaces for others have made her an integral part of the Yellow Tulip Project community.
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