Our Work
New Leaf engages young people 12-20 years old who face unequal access to resources combined with high potential for stress because of experiences of oppression, violence, neglect, stigmatization and poverty.
All youth deserve the chance to experience wellness
Programs
We facilitate multi-session programs in schools, youth justice settings, and in partnership with other youth-serving organizations.
Education
We offer workshops, training and events that build leadership and explore the impacts of chronic stress, the benefits of mindfulness, and share our best practices.
Resources
We offer a free library of resources that make it easy and accessible for youth, families, and communities to build mindfulness-based activities into their everyday lives.
Why Mindfulness?
Research shows that mindfulness decreases symptoms of stress, trauma, anxiety, and depression and increases emotional regulation, coping skills, sleep quality, and overall resilience (Source: The Role of Mindfulness in Reducing the Adverse Effects of Childhood Stress and Trauma).
Mindfulness can be done anytime, anywhere… all you need is yourself! Plus, our speciality is offering mindfulness in ways that are simple, inclusive and relatable, so youth from every walk of life can build it into their day in ways that are easy and fun.
Our Impact
12,000
We have reached over 12,000 youth directly through our programs and workshops since 2007.
We have trained over 700 educators and youth-service providers since 2007, which has the potential to affect more than 12,000+ youth each year.