Recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month

Join us for an important discussion of the mental health impact on our youth of the fast pace and changing environment—and the volatility and uncertainty—of the post-COVID era. Afterward, stay for our post-program reception. Clara Armstrong is a 16-year-old sophomore who is deeply committed to advocating for youth mental health. Since November 2024, she has been an active member of the Sacramento County Behavioral Health Youth Advisory Board, where she has taken on leadership roles, including planning and leading youth listening sessions. Mav Li is a perpetual learner, currently focused on healing, exploring new hobbies, and transitioning, while based in San Francisco as a barback at Old Skool Cafe. A Harvard early graduate and former quant trader, Mav once represented the United States in chess and earth science during high school. Brihanna Best, 17, is a high school junior, youth leader, and mental health advocate based in San Leandro, California. As a Digital Media Intern at the Best Buy Teen Tech Center, she uses storytelling and creative technology to uplift the voices of her peers and spark conversations around emotional well-being. She is currently enrolled in a Child Development ROP program and aspires to become a child psychologist, with a focus on creating safe, affirming spaces for youth. Anjali Menon is a serial entrepreneur and founder of tbh, a venture-backed mental health platform built to support high school and college students across the country. As CEO of tbh, Anjali works with colleges and K–12 districts around the country to offer virtual coaching, therapy, and basic needs support. Special Intro: Paula Ambrose is a principal at Blue Shield of California, where she leads the company's signature social impact initiative BlueSky and supports corporate giving efforts. With more than 30 years of experience in program management and leadership, across multiple industries and functions, Paula has a proven track record of developing and implementing effective strategies to drive positive change and results. She is passionate about creating a more equitable and just society, and is committed to leveraging her skills and experience to make a lasting impact. Our moderator Zach Gottlieb is a mental health activist, speaker, and the founder of Talk With Zach, a community and platform that aims to change the culture around wellness for the next generation. He is head of partnerships at Crew Dog, a lifestyle collegiate apparel brand, and consults for startups. He attends Stanford University, has spoken in many media forums, and has been published in the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, Boston Globe and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices