My submission is a poem, and my poem is meant to be for those who feel that they are bothersome, or an annoyance to others.

Our short film delves into the internal struggles of a teenager grappling with mental health issues. The narrative centers around the protagonist's inner debate about reaching out to friends, teachers, and family for support.

A radio PSA announcing how the listener isn't a bother and if they need help to reach out

The film is about finding hope in things, like practicing different methods of self-care and seeking help from others (such as licensed professionals, friends, or family).

Our purpose is to remind our peers they are not alone.

This video created by our Youths from the Eastern African Community shows how mental health is viewed from the viewpoint of the Eastern African culture. We were able create the content using Specific language, clothing and music from the Eastern African culture.

I worked so hard to find simple symbols that represented mental health, and through this, I found many ways to say "things will get better" and "its okay to be flawed" in the language of art. there are many ways to seek help, and art is yet another way to do so.

My submission represents that it's ok to reach out when you are breaking down and emotional.

Our purpose is to remind our peers they are not alone.