Hi, my name is Zoeya Abbas and I am a freshman at Jackson High School. As a high-schooler who enjoys spending their time scrolling on social media, I understand the pressures of it on our mental health. Through Minds Matter Now I hope that my peers learn how to appreciate themselves and maintain their self-worth. 

Three Fun Facts About Me: 

1. I can speak four languages. 

2. I've been to 11 countries. 

3. I enjoy spending time with my friends. 

Instagram: @zoeya.abbas 

My name is Aishu Ulindala, and I am currently a freshman at Jackson High School. I strongly believe that social media has a significant impact on the mental health of my peers, influencing their well-being in both positive and negative ways. I hope that through our social media campaign, we can encourage people to embrace their authentic selves, foster genuine connections, and create a supportive online community where everyone feels valued and understood.

Three Fun Facts About Me:

1. I love to read in my free time.

2. I can speak 2 languages fluently and am learning a 3rd one.

3. I am extremely talented at drawing and painting

Instagram: @aishu_ulindala

We had the pleasure of being guided by Rebecca Medendorp, a counselor at our school, Henry M. Jackson High School. Her expertise and encouragement helped shape our campaign, providing us with invaluable insights that ensured that we delivered content that was both impactful and accurate. She guided us in identifying Risk and Protective Factors and connected us with outreach opportunities to spread awareness directly within school. We are beyond grateful for how much she has assisted us with our learning and the perspective she brought to our campaign. 

Together we make up a team of three high school students who are passionate about promoting our peers' mental well-being! This journey has been incredible as we have built an online community dedicated to educating and supporting our peers in their mental health! We believe that small actions can lead to big change, and through our content we strive to empower self-confidence and self-appreciation that is beyond the influence of social media.