We are dedicated to advocating for positive change in the field of mental health. Through our advocacy efforts, we work tirelessly to raise awareness, promote understanding, and influence policies that support individuals affected by mental illness in our community. Here's how we're making our voices heard:

Protea Teens was invited to the 2023 mental health press conference at the Challenger Learning Center held by NAMI Florida, the Florida Mental Health Advocacy Coalition, the Florida Supportive Housing Coalition, and the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention. We got the chance to speak to representatives Hunschofsky, Trabulsy, Franklin, and Tant!

In November of 2023, Protea Teens went to the state Capitol with NAMI Florida to speak to legislators about getting wellness rooms installed in high schools around the county. This picture shows Protea Teens with Representative Allison Tant.

Protea Teens presented at the 2024 Panhandle Area Educational Consortium S.T.A.R. Summit directly to teenagers about the importance of mental health care in youth! We all created flowers together at the end to de-stress!

The 2024 Women and Girls Summit! We met so many amazing and inspirational women and had an amazing experience! We spoke at the Trailblazers Today and Tomorrow: Inspiring Female Youth Leadership Panel!