A Lifeline of Support & Connection
At 18, Luca Bernardini faced mental health struggles after a high-profile incident at the school made headlines in the media. Luca struggled to cope with the negative attention and, recalling lessons learned at Jack Talk he attended, began to pay more attention to caring for his mental health and wellbeing.
"Jack.org didn’t just give me information—they gave me human support and energy. It’s powerful how Jack Talks allow everyone to take something different away. It’s not just about the facts; it’s about connecting with people and moving the needle forward on how we talk about mental health.”
Now, at 22, Luca uses the skills he learned from Jack.org in all aspects of his life.
“Jack Talks taught me so much. It’s not just about sharing stories—it’s about refining the message, building speaking skills, and helping others understand how important mental health really is.”
“Jack.org gives you permission to be yourself. It’s a place where youth support each other through their darkest struggles to find hope together.”
Meredith Rose
Creating spaces of belonging and advocating for mental health helped Meredith Rose find her voice. Now she’s helping others to do the same.