About the Foundation
Our youth Foundation raises awareness to prevent psychological distress
About the Foundation
Our youth Foundation raises awareness to prevent psychological distress
Our mission
The mission of the Youth in Mind Foundation is to prevent psychological distress in young people aged 11 to 18 in Quebec.
We accomplish this mission by providing teens, their parents and school staff with online tools and awareness workshops in schools. Destigmatize, raise awareness, and empower: this is what we do every day to help the next generations face the life’s challenges.
Our history
Youth in Mind Foundation was born of two sound foundations with several decades of experience working for the well-being of young people. Here are a few details highlighting the history of the Foundation.
Our history
Youth in Mind Foundation was born of two sound foundations with several decades of experience working for the well-being of young people. Here are a few details highlighting the history of the Foundation.
1980
Birth of the Mental Illness Foundation under the guidance of Dr. Yves Lamontagne, an eminent psychiatrist who chaired the Collège des médecins du Quebec for many years.
1995
Creation of the Promexpo Foundation (which will later become Fondation Québec Jeunes) by a group of business people. The foundation promoted the physical and mental well-being of poor and homeless youth before changing its focus to help all young people between the ages of 11 and 17 who are in difficulty or in need of help.
1998
Development of the Partners for Life program (known as the Solidaires pour la vie program until 2016) by the Mental Illness Foundation. 1 million+ young people reached to this day!
2013
Launch of the Prix Inspiration by Fondation Québec Jeunes to highlight the work of extraordinary organizations.
2017
Inauguration of Fondation Jeunes en Tête through the merge of Fondation Québec Jeunes and the Mental Illness Foundation.
2019
NEW WORKSHOP
Launch of the new Mental Health Basics workshop for teens in grades 7 and 8, with the aim of fostering good mental health at an early age.
A strong vision
Youth in Mind Foundation is built on a strong vision carefully developed over the years: supporting the mental health and well-being of young people. Today, and every day, our foundation combines innovation and philanthropy to maximize the impact we have in society.
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A growing impact
Each year, we’re making progress in the fight to prevent psychological distress in Quebec teens.
Our impact
Thank you to our allies
Without individuals and charities that support mental health, none of this would be possible. The support of our 6100 incredible allies allows us to secure the longevity of our work with young people.
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2019 Organization of the year
The Foundation was recognized by the Association québécoise de la prévention du suicide (AQPS) for its crucial role in the field of suicide prevention.
Our Board of Directors
United by a common desire to advance the cause of teen mental health, the members of our Board of Directors help us each year to broaden the reach of the Foundation’s projects.
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Every day, our team of dedicated, motivated individuals bring the Foundation’s initiatives to life.
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