Vision 2025: Expand, Empower, Engage
The plan to “Rise to the Challenge” facing youth mental health
In early 2020, Erika’s Lighthouse formalized an ambitious strategic plan. Just a month later the world completely changed – and us with it. However, our plan and goals were just as relevant, if not more so, and we have pushed forward. Join our efforts as we promote inclusive school cultures around mental health.
How We Are Making It Happen
Erika’s Lighthouse programs are organized into Four Pillars that are essential for every school community to meet the mental health needs of students.
Classroom Education
Evidence-informed curricula that impacts students in grades 4-12 that promotes good mental health, educates about depression and suicide, reduces stigma and encourages help-seeking.
Empowerment Clubs
Peer-led school clubs and turn-key activities that normalize and promote conversations around mental health by reducing stigma, educating peers and promoting help-seeking.
Family Engagement
Handbooks, workshops, activities, discussion guides and other resources that foster inclusive and supportive dialogue in homes around mental health that promotes wellness.
School Policy & Staff
Staff training, policy recommendations and partnerships that help schools build a coordinated, comprehensive strategy to meet the mental health needs of students.
Our Vision for the Future
Around mental health, every child in every school deserves to:
