Nyla: Stillmakers

Episode 20 • January 14, 2026 • 00:13:53
Nyla: Stillmakers
Simple Acts, Big Impact
Nyla: Stillmakers

Jan 14 2026 | 00:13:53

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Hosted By

Natalie Silverstein, MPH

Show Notes

My guest today, 16-year-old Nyla, cares deeply about the mental health struggles of young people in her community. During the pandemic, she realized that she was not the only person who was feeling lonely, isolated, and worried. She created Stillmakers with a grant from the Riley's Way Foundation to help tweens in grades 6 - 8, to use creative expression to share their feelings. She hopes to normalize discussion around mental health issues, especially in this younger age group. 

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