Emma Bridge is a newly qualified Nurse, working on the frontline during the Covid-19 pandemic. Having qualified shortly before being thrown in the deep end working on Covid wards, Emma never predicted the extent to which her mental strength would be tested.

Ella is a clinical psychotherapist, who uses her experiences as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse to help others heal from their trauma. Using brain-based techniques, Ella recognises the power in re-framing and re-wiring our thoughts to allow us to take control.

Singer, songwriter Char, co-founded the non-profit mental health organisation Mad Millennials. Having struggled with anxiety, panic disorder, trauma & Pure O OCD, Char continues to advocate for honestly surrounding mental health.

Blue Rhythm​ is an anonymous support platform designed for the music industry. We connect artists and music industry professionals with pre-vetted, accredited coaches for mental health and substance use support. ​

In my experience, OCD is generally not a common topic when discussing mental health. And if it is brought up, it is more often than not, spoken about in extremes. But what about everything in-between? What about the rest of us who aren’t as readily recognised? This preconceived notion of what OCD is, adds to the suffering. It adds isolation & shame.

I work alongside The United Nations Girls Education Initiative to develop better education programs for girls and help them access their inner power to advance their skills, rights, and opportunities. As an activist and young person, I believe speaking up about difficult things is and should be my responsibility. I have been dealing with anxiety for 5 years now.

When I see or hear the words “mental health”, it triggers me by flooding my mind with memories of battling depression alone as a teenager. I’m reminded that I am still fighting past traumas and words that still cling onto me from years ago. It’s a constant thing. Nobody thought to ask if I was alright because they figured since I was naturally quiet that I must have been.

Mad Millennials is a non-profit mental health organisation set up by Char Brockman and Lauren Bamford to support the millennial generation with their mental health and well-being. Mad Millennials have launched a peer support scheme where millennials can attend free support groups.

DJ, radio presenter & influencer Kay-Lee discusses self-acceptance & self-love. She talks about forgetting about the perception of needing to be ‘perfect’ in society’s eye. It’s all about how you view, and love, yourself. She credits facing negative thoughts and celebrating small wins in her journey to confidence and self-acceptance.

Jack has struggled with the pressures of being an entrepreneur and found his mental health to suffer through the tough times. Once he discovered letting go of the things in life he couldn't control, he became a lot calmer and more content with his work and world.