Hopelab Insights

Applications are now open for $2.5M of grants for youth and intergenerationally-led 501(c)(3) organizations working in the responsible tech space on topics like AI, mental health and well-being, and climate change.

A ti, querido lector, te dejo con esto: Ser queer no es sólo una celebración de junio. Ser queer significa ir en contracorriente con los dogmas e instituciones tradicionales que han establecido el orden social mediante el dominio y la propaganda heterosexual.

Seven tools from Hopelab and partners to support identity affirmation.

Part of the philanthropic sector’s commitment to equity must include tackling the impact of generations of systemic inequality and underfunding. We must remain steadfast when institutional and political forces try to scare us into backing away, not just during moments of heightened awareness around racial justice.

Guest author, José Caballero shares a personal story about self-discovery, queer identity, his experience with social media.

Young people seek support in a wide range of ways, including from family, friends, social media, and other digital apps. TRACE creates an affirming space where people in transition feel seen and empowered in a safe and supportive environment.

Q&A with Jennifer Lewis, CEO and Co-founder of Lex, a welcoming space for social interaction and expression, where queer folks can make friends, build relationships, have fun, and belong.

Federal and state leaders must take a more nuanced and evidence-based approach to policies that support young people. The window to act is upon us.

We asked over 1,500 teens what adults should know about their use of AI. These are their answers.

As we celebrate, support, and seek another cohort of young leaders, Lionel Ramazzini shares the importance of creative solutions and community and how these forces impact his perception of who can heal and how healing can be nourished.

Dr. Charity Brown Griffin shares her personal story as a researcher and invites HBCUs researchers to apply for Hopelab’s HBCU Translational Science Fellowship

Social media is fully ingrained in young people’s everyday lives, shaping how they connect, communicate, learn, and interact with the world. Although concerns about the adverse effects of social media on young people are widespread, it is crucial to acknowledge the benefits it can offer as well.