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About us

Founded in 2021, Voices Meet Minds began as a youth-focused mental health nonprofit, leveraging the power of art and storytelling to uplift voices and raise awareness. As our organization has grown, so has our mission. We now strive to be a platform that welcomes individuals from all walks of life to engage in meaningful dialogue and action around mental health.

 

We believe that the current systems of care often fall short in addressing the diverse needs of those who seek support. Mental health challenges affect everyone, and the stigma surrounding these issues continues to hinder access to proper care. Our approach is to bring people together to share experiences, foster education, and advocate for the systemic changes necessary to ensure no one feels alone in their journey. Through our expanded mission, we hope to build a community dedicated to rewriting the narrative of mental health care — one that prioritizes compassion, accessibility, and reform.

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Isabel

Xue

Co-Founder,

Executive Director

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Natalie

Omori-Hoffe

Co-Founder,

Executive Director

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Chuning

Yang

Social Media

Manager

OUR Team

our mission

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education

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awareness

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advocacy

At Voices Meet Minds, we believe that understanding the past is crucial to shaping the future. Our education efforts are focused on capturing the often overlooked history of mental health care, institutions, and treatments. By exploring historical timelines, significant figures, and evolving approaches to mental health, we aim to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Our educational content is designed to help individuals grasp the systemic roots of current challenges in mental health care, with the goal of informing meaningful reform.

Raising awareness is at the heart of our mission. We recognize that while progress has been made, there is still much work to be done to de-stigmatize mental health struggles and make resources more accessible. Through our website and social media platforms, we share stories, amplify the voices of activists, and highlight existing resources that can make a difference in people’s lives. By spreading awareness, we aim to create a ripple effect of empathy, support, and connection within our communities.

Advocacy is where education and awareness turn into action. At Voices Meet Minds, we are committed to pushing for systemic change by critically analyzing policies and working together to call for reforms that prioritize mental health care. We believe in empowering individuals to engage in advocacy efforts and contribute to collective action that moves the needle on mental health reform. By building partnerships with activists and community leaders, we aim to elevate stories and drive policy change that reflects the needs of those affected by mental health issues.

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