Forum: Are the Kids O.K.? Solutions for Idaho’s Youth Mental Health Crisis

Forum: Are the Kids O.K.? Solutions for Idaho’s Youth Mental Health Crisis - SAVE THE DATE

Young people in Idaho are experiencing a mental health crisis. The Communities for Youth Boise 2025 survey found that 16% of youth reported moderate to severe symptoms of depression. Join us for a community conversation about the data, mental health services, the correlation between mental health and substance abuse and phone usage, and explore what individuals, families, organizations, and policymakers can do to address the crisis.

Panelists:

• Allyson Alden, Boise State athlete and "Bronco Bold" mental health initiative

• Scott Curtis, CEO Idaho Youth Ranch

• Megan Smith, Executive Director, Communities For Youth