Sarah Kennell

Sarah Kennell is the Director of Public Policy at the Canadian Mental Health Association, where she advocates for improved mental health services and resources for young people in Canada. With a focus on evidence-based practices, she emphasizes the urgent need for targeted mental health supports that cater to the diverse needs of youth, especially given that a significant percentage of mental illnesses manifest before the age of 18. Kennell has been vocal about the disparities in access to mental health care, and she believes that open access to data will empower young people to advocate for necessary changes in the mental health landscape.