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September 12, 2023
JED Receives 2023 Stevie Award for Nonprofit Organization of the Year
By Lauren Patetta The Jed Foundation (JED) is thrilled to have won a Stevie Award for Nonprofit Organization of the Year. The...
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September 12, 2023
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Anticipated Youth Mental Health Trends in 2026
By John MacPhee As we enter 2026, young people are growing up in systems that are fragmenting, automating, and, in some cases, withdrawing human care.
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September 5, 2023
Nasdaq Spotlights The Jed Foundation’s Commitment to Student Mental Health for Back-to-School Season
On Aug. 31, The Jed Foundation (JED) senior leaders, staff, members of the Board of Directors and Leadership Council, students, and school leaders...
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August 25, 2023
From One Intern to Another: Reflections on the JED Summer Internship 2023
By Breanna Georges Last spring, I found myself searching for a meaningful internship program that would amplify my academic pursuits at The New...
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July 26, 2023
JED CEO John MacPhee Moderates Panel on Youth Suicide Prevention at 2023 SNF Nostos Conference
John MacPhee, CEO of The Jed Foundation (JED), joined researchers, activists, and experts from around the world in June for the 2023 Stavros...
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July 20, 2023
For Mental Health Action Day, JED Co-Hosts a Conference With Citrone 33 and MTV
By Lauren Patetta For Mental Health Action Day 2023, The Jed Foundation (JED) traveled to Acrisure Stadium, the home of the Pittsburgh Steelers,...
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June 23, 2023
$1.7+ Million Raised for Youth Suicide Prevention at the 2023 JED Gala
The Jed Foundation (JED) raised over $1.7 million at the 2023 JED Gala, which brought together 750 esteemed guests at Cipriani Wall Street...
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June 22, 2023
Connection and Community Can Save Lives: A Pride Month Message from JED’s Chief Medical Officer
By Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth This Pride I’m reflecting on the importance of connection and community for LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults. In his...
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June 9, 2023
Seize the Awkward Panelists Help Hispanic and Latiné Students Start Difficult Conversations
By Lauren Patetta Feeling connected to community is critical to mental health and can significantly reduce suicide risk. Seize the Awkward—a campaign...
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May 25, 2023
Seize the Awkward Hosts Let’s Talk: College Edition Collegiate at Atlanta HBCUs
When Camille Hyde from The CW’s “All American: Homecoming” spoke to a crowd of Clark Atlanta University students last month, she said: “I’m...
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May 10, 2023
From One Student-Parent to Another: You Can Still Achieve Your Dreams
By Brenda Leger, Former JED Social Work Intern As a child of immigrants, walking the stage to accept my Bachelor of Social Work...
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April 6, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month 2023
This Mental Health Awareness Month, JED is focused on creating connection, which is key to emotional well-being. Whether it’s our roommates, our family,...
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February 3, 2023
Gambling Can Be Risky Business for Teens and Young Adults: A Q&A With Dr. Lipi Roy, an Expert in Addiction Medicine
Online sports betting has become an increasingly popular activity for many young people (18+) due to expanded accessibility and legalization, but the mental...
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