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We feature Gaurang Choksi, Violet’s Founder and CEO in our ongoing series spotlighting the health equity objectives of leaders within Hopelab’s Ventures portfolio.

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Hazel’s team is working to deliver culturally competent care at scale. Dr. Travis Gayles, Hazel’s Chief Health Officer, shares his thoughts on the benefits of creating a culture of prevention within the healthcare system.

Attendees of the Cultivating Possibilities White House Summit

The first-ever interagency Youth Policy Summit marks a critical step in acknowledging the importance of creating spaces for intergenerational and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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During Black History Month, we reflect on the resilience and wisdom of Black individuals and communities. Tracey Kirui shares her inspiration from Civil Rights leader Marsha P. Johnson.

Dr. Charity Brown Griffin uplifts the wisdom of Ella Baker, a Civil Rights activist who recognized the brilliance of Black students could be harnessed to address racial injustices, segregation, and discrimination in the South.

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As we head into Black History Month, Bruny Kenou challenges us to live with more joy and fulfillment by embracing the wisdom of bell hooks.

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Hopelab spotlights the leadership of Ashley Edwards, Founder and CEO of MindRight Health, who creates more equitable health outcomes for underserved communities.

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We’re exploring opportunities to deepen the ways we engage youth in our work and across the ecosystem to improve mental health outcomes.

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Exploring equity-centered design thinking with the Eidos Summer Institute in support of LGBTQ+ health equity.

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Supporting youth mental health in an era of global climate change.

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Read more about Juan Martinez, Hopelab’s head of strategic communications, and his experience and commitment to creating supportive resilient communities for young people.

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Grace Greene & Eric Stinehart offer a Gen Z perspective on attending SXSW 2023.