Una Wright

Executive Director

My personal mission is to seek out, notice and give a voice to the beauty, strength and potential that is often less obvious

…and, I believe, that is exactly what we do in YouthSpeak to support youth mental health. This organization was founded 20 years ago, inspired by lived experience within my own family. My son, Gavin was one of our first youth speakers sharing his story during our inaugural year; until he died on his 19th birthday in a weather-related car accident – July 18th, 2004. Gavin will forever be known, loved and respected for his gift of encouraging others to be themselves. Ten years and two months later my eldest son, Kyle took his own life. He struggled with bipolar disorder for many years. Creating opportunities for youth mental health awareness brings to light the strengths that are often unseen and inspires resilience, empathy and courage.

YouthSpeak - Empowering Youth through Personal Stories & Coping Strategies - Workshops and School Presentations Speakers

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We are currently recruiting people who have a passion to contribute to the overall well-being of youth by joining our Board of Directors and/or other volunteer opportunities. The benefits of volunteering include excellent opportunity for involvement in a meaningful experience, the satisfaction of making a difference in the community and with youth, an opportunity to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds, the development of effective decision-making skills and an increased understanding of group dynamics and relationships.

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