Hosted at Bay Street ∙ August 14, 2026 ∙ 5:00pm
Dear Social Media: The Search for Identity, Connection & Belonging
The promise and perils of internet use and its impact on kids’ mental health
Hosted at Bay Street ∙ August 14, 2026 ∙ 5:00pm
Dear Social Media: The Search for Identity, Connection & Belonging
The promise and perils of internet use and its impact on kids’ mental health
Join The Kind Mind on Friday, August 14th at 5 PM, for a conversation on what it means to be seen, heard, and found in a world that’s always online. From building community to navigating comparison, cyberbullying, and mental health, hear firsthand perspectives from youth mental health expert Dr. Katie Hurley, DSW, LCSW, Vice President of Community Initiatives at JED Foundation, Maya Days, Broadway, television and film actor, currently starring as Evan’s mother, Heidi Hansen in the BST production of DEH and a young social media personality as they explore how to talk with kids about what they’re encountering online. Together we can build a healthier relationship with social media, and discuss why the themes of Dear Evan Hansen feel so urgently crucial for young people today. Following the conversation, join fellow attendees in the lobby for cocktails, light bites, and continued conversation until 7 PM.
About The Kind Mind & The Kind Mind Theatre Project
Launched in January 2026, The Kind Mind is a nonprofit organization on a mission to use the transformative power and magic of the theatre community to support the mental wellbeing of young people. The Kind Mind Theatre Project creates innovative theatrical experiences for teens and young adults, through educational programming, panels, theatre-centered special events and workshops designed to enhance student connection and mental wellbeing. If you’re an educator interested in having The Kind Mind bring programming to your school, or would like more information on future programming, please contact Co-Founder Stacie Weisbrot at stacie@thekindmind.org.
Proceeds benefit The Kind Mind and JED Foundation
1) Mental Health Advocate: $25
- Supports mental health educational resources for one attendee**
- **Advocate Donations do not include a drink ticket for the post-conversation cocktail reception
2) Mental Health Ally: $50
- Supports community connection and programming for youth mental health
3) Mental Health Champion: $75
- The above + subsidizes costs of the mental health experts and conversations brought to the stage tonight
4) Mental Health Visionary: $100
- The above + makes attendance available tonight to a parent or student that wouldn’t otherwise be unable to participate
