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Mission
Active Minds mobilizes youth and young adults to lead a transformative movement in mental health, forever changing how it is valued and prioritized in society. By equipping, connecting, and amplifying the collective and diverse voices of youth and young adults, we are building a movement of lasting champions who are improving mental health norms for all.

Membership Benefits
Being a part of Active Minds means gaining skills in different areas such as:
- Team Work: Everyone involved, both officers and members, works together to contribute to the club's success.
- Public Speaking: This club has events that officers facilitate and present to other students/staff on campus.
- Communication: In order for this club to succeed and its goals to be met, we have to communicate with each other productively.
- We practice building relationships with those in the club by getting to know each other through club meetings and events.
- Empathy/Sympathy: We learn the Validate, Appreciate, Refer, (VAR) method that helps students learn how to support their peers and loved ones through their struggles.
- We learn how to plan and organize events successfully.
- We practice prioritization of mental health by engaging in self-care activities and conversations about mental health.