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Advancing solutions that support, affirm, and empower young people

Hopelab is a social innovation lab and impact investor at the intersection of tech and youth mental health

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How We Do It

Ventures

We invest in entrepreneurs working to advance health equity outcomes and scale social impact

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Studio

We leverage design, strategy, and research expertise to shape effective, youth-centric, equitable products

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Discovery

We accelerate collaborations with academics, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to advance science-driven tech solutions for youth mental health

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Experts Weigh In

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A panel of experts weigh in on recent legislation harming transgender and LGBTQ+ youth and share guidance for how we might offer support.

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A Shared Set of Experiences”: Black Youth, Anti-Black…

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In conversation with Hopelab, Jenn and Joanna talk about the mission of the NSCA, and dive into why anti-Black racism specifically needs to be highlighted in the understanding of adolescent development, the opportunities afforded by social tech, and how we translate knowledge to action.

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Tinkering with a New Chapter: Fostering a Culture…

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As we strengthen our systems of equity and accountability within our teams and across our partnerships and products, we can’t think of anyone better to join us at the forefront than Julie to help foster a culture of learning, growth, opportunity, and joy.

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Done right, tech can end the youth mental heath epidemic.

Done Right, Tech Can End the Youth Mental…

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We need to reframe the conversation around technology and mental health into one of increased connection and potential for solutions.

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Research

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Implementing Goal Mama

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The present study explores barriers and facilitators experienced by public health nurses introducing a mobile health technology platform (Goal Mama) to the Nurse-Family Partnership home-visiting program.

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National Study — Coping with COVID-19

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One year into the pandemic, a new survey reveals that teens and young adults are actively turning to online sources to cope with mental health.

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Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial on Nod

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Read the results of the pilot randomized controlled trial on the nod smartphone app created to address loneliness among college students.

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JMIR Randomized Controlled Feasibility Trial on Vivibot

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This pilot randomized controlled trial examined the feasibility of delivering positive psychology skills via the Vivibot chatbot and its effects on key psychosocial well-being outcomes in young adults treated for cancer.

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Meet our team

We’ve gathered a team of behavioral scientists, designers, and digital tech experts dedicated to positively changing the health and well-being of young people.

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Work with Us

Are you ready to be inspired, take risks, and find meaning in what you do? Check out our open positions and internship program.

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If you’re looking for our office location or media contact, or have a general inquiry or question about how to partner with Hopelab, this is the page for you.