Youth mental health events aim to promote understanding
A series of events are taking place this week to promote mental wellbeing for the island’s young people.
Youth Mental Health Week, taking place from May 10 to May 16, is a focused initiative within the Ministry of Health’s Mental Health Anti‑Stigma Month, designed to elevate young voices, strengthen community understanding and support parents and caregivers.
While Mental Health Anti‑Stigma Month highlights wellbeing across all ages, Youth Mental Health Week focuses on the experiences and needs of young people, creating space for youth‑led dialogue, community engagement and meaningful connection between youth, families and decision‑makers.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said: “Youth Mental Health Week is a powerful reminder that when we listen to our young people — truly listen — we strengthen the wellbeing of our entire community.
“This week reflects our shared commitment across families, schools and government to ensure that every young person feels seen, supported and empowered to speak openly about their mental health.”
May 13: Parent Panel: Raising Resilient Teens from 6pm to 7:30pm at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. The panel includes practical tools for caregivers to strengthen communication, build trust and support teens
May 14: Community wellness activities at Victoria Park which include a midday puppy therapy activation promoting connection and stress reduction
May 15: Movie Day: Inside Out 2 from 5:30pm at BUEI. The event is free and open to the public
May 15: Youth Mental Health Day celebrated island‑wide. Schoolchildren are encouraged to wear green, there will be student‑led sign‑waving and the Mental Health Walk Together from City Hall ending with a community photograph
Events that took place earlier this week included the Youth Mental Health Debate on Monday, a youth‑led discussion on the child’s right to privacy when accessing health services.
On Tuesday, there was a town hall titled Social Media and Digital Wellness at Bermuda College. This included a community conversation on how digital platforms shape youth wellbeing and relationships.
The initiative, led by partners including the Youth Advisory Board, the Bermuda College and community organisations, reflects “a growing commitment to placing young people at the centre of mental health reform”.
For more information, contactymhbermuda@gmail.com.
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