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Bringing partners together to support young people’s well-being at scale

Listening to the generation asking for support

A space to understand Gen Z’s mental health needs and find resources that support young people and caregivers.

Knowledge hub

Key findings

What Gen Z is telling us about pressure, support and change

Report

Report

Understanding the Mental Health Impact of Global Challenges on Gen Z

Unicef Perceptions of Youth Mental Health Report 2025

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  • Young people are under pressure

    Many young people report feeling overwhelmed by current events, uncertainty and the pressures shaping their daily lives.

  • Support needs to be easier to find

    Young people need clearer, more accessible pathways to trusted mental health information, resources and support.

  • Gen Z wants to take part

    Young people are not only asking for support. Many want to play an active role in helping others navigate stress, anxiety and overwhelm.

Tools & Resources

For caregivers and youth

Explainer · 3min read
English

How to prepare your child for a lifetime of positive mental health: 0–5 years

Explainer · 2min read
English

Mental health conversation starters: 6–10 years

Explainer · 4min read
English

Mental health conversation starters: 11–13 years

Explainer · 3min read
English

Mental health conversation starters: 14–18 years

Explainer · 2min read
English

How play strengthens your child’s mental health

Guide · 4min read
English

Care at work: Nurturing caregiver mental health in the workplace

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Annual reports

Announcement · Coming soon

Annual Report 2026

Announcement
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Annual Report 2025

Announcement
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Annual Report 2024

Announcement
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Annual Report 2023

Reports & publications

Our latest insights

Report

Gen Z Study Report

Publication

Mental health study shows Gen Z overwhelmed but undeterred by unrelenting global crises

Blog

Five ways schools can support student wellbeing

Explainer

Mental health conversation starters: 11–13 years

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