Silence The Shame Podcast

Welcome to "Healing Connections," a podcast series by the STS Youth & Young Adult Advisory Council (YAC). YAC is dedicated to reducing mental health stigma and supporting Black and Latinx youth (ages 13–26) through education, suicide prevention, youth advocacy, and connecting young people to valuable resources. In Episode 1: "Acknowledge: Breaking the Silence," council members open up about the importance of normalizing conversations around mental health and tackling stigma head-on. You'll hear powerful personal stories from youth in underserved communities, along with expert advice on building self-awareness and recognizing emotions. Tune in to be educated, inspired, and connected to practical mental health resources and peer support strategies. Don’t miss the start of this important three-part series! Thank you to our speakers: Elle Newbury - Moderator Savannah Elehee - Guest Speaker Produced by: @SpellzProductionsLLC ​