Most mental health conditions first emerge before the age of 25, during the years when young people are in school, training, or early employment.
Child and youth development systems therefore sit in the critical window where early support can prevent problems from escalating and help young people stay engaged in learning, relationships, and work.
When mental health is recognised within these systems, the benefits extend across the outcomes these portfolios are designed to achieve. Yet most financing structures supporting child and youth development were not originally designed to capture this opportunity.
Most mental health conditions first emerge before the age of 25, during the years when young people are in school, training, or early employment.
Child and youth development systems therefore sit in the critical window where early support can prevent problems from escalating and help young people stay engaged in learning, relationships, and work.
When mental health is recognised within these systems, the benefits extend across the outcomes these portfolios are designed to achieve. Yet most financing structures supporting child and youth development were not originally designed to capture this opportunity.
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