Voicebox: Mental Health

“Young people are unable to find safe spaces to talk about their mental health. I think this is the biggest concern. They are afraid of being judged, worried about being perceived as weak.”

Billie Eilish released her new song ‘NDA’ last Friday and her fans are hot on her toes to criticise her. The public are no longer enjoying her music and it's turning nasty. She is experiencing the full force of angry fans. But are they justified?

"Women often stay small because... taking up space can be horrifically scary and it’s not just a one-time decision. We have to make that decision every time we step into a business meeting, an appointment, a restaurant, our bedrooms."

My experiences being involved with the Y7 and how our youth voice made history in policy-making. 

Jasmine Rowland discusses the importance of making time and unwinding for yourself. She looks back at the moment the world stopped, Lockdown "season one" as the point where she embarked on a journey of discovery self love, self worth and self care.

Comedian, writer and podcaster Rabiah Coon writes about her multiple bouts of burnout, how comedy helped her overcome them, and the podcast she started to help others find healthy work/life balances.

A Zoom drama that is highly affecting and cleverly constructed. 

In this two-parter for my monthly superhero column, I’ll be exploring examples of superhero TV shows which portray powerful depictions of grief, loss, and mental health and discuss what we should learn from their insights.

"Let's meet up; we are allowed now!"

How exciting that we are now embarking on a new chapter as we ease out of lockdown. While we enjoy the next faze, protecting our mental health in the process is the priority.

Young leaders launch their recommendations for G7 Leaders

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, the Kickstart Journalist team at Voice have come up with a few ways that you can unwind and relax. Why not let us know what helps you destress as well?

Calling for policy changes in digital education, social media and digital empowerment