Haile Irving
Haile is a Jamaican American who is passionate about advocating for teens. As a dedicated teen advocate, she focuses on issues like safety, mental health, and education. Haile is also a teen investigative journalist specializing in social politics and how they affect young people. She’s a huge book lover who enjoys reading authors like Toni Morrison and exploring stories that challenge and inspire her. Haile’s academic interests include social science, history, and psychology, which fuel her desire to understand and address societal issues. Through her work, Haile strives to amplify teen voices and promote positive change.
“As I grow, I realize that understanding and empathy are essential for change; being part of the Youth Advisory Board gives me a chance to provide and work alongside people who offer an empathic and understanding perspective of mental health for Black youth and strive to weaken the gap between Black youth and the mental healthcare system.”