Did you know that the Seaton Foundation provides scholarships designed to amplify community-led change? We recently supported Andy Hamilton, founder of Human Nature, to attend the exclusive Pinterest Impact Partner Summit in LA. As the only Australian organisation invited, they truly put regional youth mental health advocacy on the map. Read their inspiring update from the trip below: An update from Human Nature from our recent trip to LA, supported by the Seaton Foundation. Thanks to a generous scholarship from the Seaton Foundation, Human Nature founder, Andy Hamilton, was able to attend the Pinterest Impact Partner Summit in Los Angeles. In an incredible milestone for a regional non-profit, Human Nature was the only Australian organisation invited to attend this year. To put the scale of this opportunity into perspective, the Pinterest Impact Fund has distributed more than $40 million in funding over the past five years, creating a large global footprint that reaches roughly 55 million people—90% of whom are young people. At its heart, this global gathering was all about backing community-centered, founder-led organisations that are intentionally pushing against the status quo when it comes to youth mental health. Being in the room to connect, share knowledge, and begin nurturing some key relationships was an invaluable experience for Human Nature. Key highlights: ● The opportunity to connect and establish some new relationships whilst also getting the rare chance to connect face-to-face with a major global funder. Meeting members of their wider team and staff was incredibly invaluable, and we look forward to continuing to nurture and strengthen those relationships moving forward. ● Swapping ideas, sharing experiences, and navigating common challenges alongside an incredibly passionate and inspiring cohort of global impact partners. ● Presenting Human Nature’s story and our model in a close-knit peer advisory group. The session received wonderfully positive feedback and sparked inspiring discussions and some new connections. ● Being able to engage in a series of inspiring, thought-provoking masterclasses and discussions led by subject matter experts across a range of backgrounds. Thank you! This trip was a significant milestone for Human Nature, marking our very first time participating on an international stage of this nature. We are incredibly grateful to the Seaton Foundation for providing the scholarship that supported our participation in this event. Because of your support we are able to bring many invaluable insights, new perspectives and inspiring connections back home with us. This is all part of our ongoing commitment to deepen our impact. Thank you to the Seaton Foundation for continuing to believe in our work and for walking alongside us as we support young people in our community.
Another fabulous example of how the Seaton Foundation is so deeply relational and responsive in your support. Thank you for ensuring Andy was able to make the most of this opportunity