Being

Innovating for young people’s wellbeing

Being is an international mental health initiative, working toward a world where young people feel well and thrive. It is hosted by Grand Challenges Canada in partnership with Fondation Botnar, United for Global Mental Health, Global Affairs Canada and The UK’s Department of Health and Social Care using UK aid through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Being is working with young people to improve their mental wellbeing through research and innovative youth-focused approaches to create positive, lasting change in local communities and beyond.