Mental Health America Youth Policy Accelerator 2026–2027

The Youth Policy Accelerator is a national youth leadership program by Mental Health America that selects five young adults from across the United States to gain training, mentorship, policy development experience, and networking opportunities while working on youth peer support policy. Selected participants receive a $3,000 stipend and full support to attend Mental Health America’s policy event and conference, including travel and lodging.

Participation stipend of $3,000; conference attendance and scholarship covering travel, lodging, and conference participation; mentorship, training, policy development experience, and networking opportunities.

Mental Health America encourages applications from young adults with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

Submit an application via the Mental Health America application portal, addressing specified topics related to youth peer support and policy.