We use creativity as a tool for connection, self-expression, and prevention. Youth design art-based projects that build community pride and promote mental health.

• Collaborated with a local artist to design and distribute affirmation cards to every MMU student

• Hosted annual end-of-year de-stress events for teens to relax, connect, and recharge before finals

• Organized wellbeing art activities at farmers markets, offering free creative and mindfulness activities for youth and families

• Created youth-led art and poster campaigns on topics like inclusion, self-care, and belonging

• Helped organize and advertise local poster contests highlighting prevention and wellbeing themes

• Designed creative outreach materials for local prevention coalitions and community health partners

Youth lead the way in learning and teaching about the issues that matter most to them. We create spaces to learn, question, and take action.

• Hosted film screenings with community discussions on social justice and wellbeing themes:

  • • Brandy Hellville (fast fashion and consumer awareness)

    • Just Getting By (food and housing insecurity in Vermont)

    • Gone Guys (mental health and masculinity)

  • Attended and promoted trainings, including:

    • Be There

    • Hazing, Harassment & Bullying Prevention

    • Leadership Trainings

    • Getting to Y

    • Advancing Public Health in the Age of Misinformation

    • Data Review with Department of Health Prevention Consultants

  • Participated in public health and prevention network meetings to connect with other youth leaders and organizations

  • Shared learnings from trainings through peer education sessions and community presentations

  • Promoted community opportunities and resources (events, contests, workshops) through school and online networks

We believe change starts with understanding the real issues youth face. Our teams collect and analyze data to identify local needs, then advocate for policy and community solutions.

• Created and distributed community questionnaires to assess youth mental health, wellbeing, and substance use trends

• Conducted focus groups with local youth to gather deeper qualitative data

• Performed data analysis and summary reports to inform prevention work

• Presented findings and recommendations to town selectboards, school leaders, and health networks

• Advocated at local and district levels for stronger youth support systems

• Collaborated with the VT Department of Health and Prevention Network to align youth perspectives with broader prevention goals

• Developed problem-solving strategies and proposals for future community initiatives

Project All Together Now is youth-led at every level. Our interns manage real nonprofit operations while gaining professional and leadership skills.

• Offer paid internships for local youth, ensuring equitable access to leadership opportunities

• Youth handle daily operations of the nonprofit — planning events, managing communications, coordinating partnerships, and maintaining records

• Maintain and update a Community Wellbeing Directory, a free online resource guide curated by youth

• Collaborate with community organizations on shared programs, events, and campaigns

• Manage website and outreach materials, ensuring accessibility and youth-friendly language

• Participate in coalitions and partnerships across Chittenden County to amplify youth voice

• Support cross-school collaboration among clubs, leadership teams, and prevention groups

• Mentor new interns and help onboard peers into leadership roles

• Provide feedback and youth perspective to community partners, schools, and town initiatives