In early 2025, OK You put out a call to high school students across the country, asking them to share their creative ideas for managing stress and worry. After all, when it comes to navigating challenging times, they are the experts on the subject.
From a pandemic to climate disasters, gun violence, and attacks on their identities, young people have been through it all—and through it all, they’ve continued to find new ways forward.
These students not only belong at the center of the mental health conversation — they have the wisdom, creativity, and lived experience to lead the way for their peers, younger students, and future generations.
From Oregon to Texas to New Jersey, students rose to the challenge, and with deep appreciation for everyone who participated, we are honored to present our 2025 OK Challenge finalists.
Thank you to our OK Challenge allies & supporters
