Hailey Hardcastle
Youth Advocate | Empowering Gen Z Leaders
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Hailey Hardcastle is a passionate youth advocate and social impact leader. As Founder of the nonprofit GenVZ, she has empowered thousands of high school and college students to drive positive change in their communities.
Hailey's TED talks on Gen Z activism have reached millions, inspiring young people to find their voice and mobilize for causes they care about. Her keynotes provide practical strategies for engaging the next generation of leaders and tapping into their energy, creativity, and idealism to address complex global challenges.
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Why students should have mental health days
School can be rife with stress, anxiety, panic attacks and even burnout -- but there's often no formal policy for students who need to prioritize their well-being. Hailey Hardcastle explains why schools should offer mental health days and allow students time to practice emotional hygiene without stigma. Follow along to learn how she and a team of fellow teens transformed their advocacy into law.
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