International Youth Day 2026
TELL Interns Emi Hirano Runnacles, Sarah Williams, and Alyvia Williams Every year in August the world marks International Youth Day asking observers to celebrate as well as reflect on what it means to be young today. This year’s theme for International Youth Day is “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations”. It is a commentary on the idea […]
Changing the Narrative
This September, join us for our annual Step Up Challenge as we work together to change the narrative around suicide, from silence and stigma to recovery and hope. The Step Up Challenge stretches from World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th to World Mental Health Day on October 10th. 19,188 people died by suicide in […]
Helping Children Cope After the Kumamoto Earthquake
Children react to disasters in many different ways. Some may seem frightened or upset straight away, while others may not show signs of distress until days or even weeks later. Most reactions are normal responses to an abnormal event and improve with time, especially when children feel safe, supported, and connected to caring adults. Children […]
Looking After Your Wellbeing After the Kumamoto Earthquake
Experiencing an earthquake or other natural disaster can be frightening, stressful, and exhausting. In the days and weeks afterwards, you may be dealing with damaged homes, disrupted routines, financial pressures, or concern for family, friends, and your community. You may also be working hard to help others recover. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated, angry, […]