Katya Hancock’s Post

Today marks a really special milestone for Young Futures. When we started this work, we were fueled by a simple but urgent belief: growing up in a tech-filled world should be easier, healthier, and more joyful for every young person. Over the past year, especially with the launch of the YF500, that belief has only grown stronger. So has the scale of what we're building. As our mission has expanded, one thing has become clearer than ever. We can't do this work alone. This is why I am thrilled to share that Young Futures has launched our inaugural Advisory Board. This group is extraordinary. They bring deep expertise across youth mental health, philanthropy, technology, storytelling, and advocacy, and they care deeply about helping young people feel seen and supported. Their insight has already shaped our work in meaningful ways. I am so grateful to welcome: ✨ Lisa Damour, PhD ✨ Kelsey Noonan ✨ Kevin Connors ✨ Dylan Keith Humphrey ✨ Marisol Jimenez ✨ Marc Boyan ✨ Margaret Laws Each person brings something essential, and I'm proud to have them alongside us. You can meet the full Advisory Board and read more about their work below. Young Futures Org Sierra Malia F. Cassie Archdeacon Brooke Messaye Trey Leveque Pivotal Ventures Susan Crown Exchange Elizabeth Brown Lindsay Austin Louie Sanem Alkan Eden Xenakis Anamitra Deb Michele Lawrence Jawando Celine Coggins Ph.D. Jaspal Sandhu Kathy Gu Alise Marshall Anjana Pandey #YoungFutures