TAKE PART IN THE JOURNEY
Join us in creating a meaningful future for the youth
The YMI is an independent initiative designed to live beyond the Voluntas Foundation, and we are eager to collaborate with partners around the world including international institutions, youth-led initiatives, schools, think tanks, and more to accompany them in using the YMI for their work. We also believe strongly in the power of public–private partnerships and warmly welcome corporate partners.
Donors
We are looking for sponsors to financially support the different steps of the YMI.
Data Collection
We are looking for individuals or organizations to support data collection for the YMI.
Policy Anchoring
We are looking for individuals or organizations that translate YMI findings into actionable policies.
Something Else?
Please reach out if you envision other type of collaboration for the development of the YMI!
In developing the YMI we aim to understand:
By offering a new perspective on youth mental health and well-being that goes beyond traditional indicators, the YMI elevates the voices of children and young people to ensure they are heard in shaping their own futures. We are convinced that the YMI can enrich and complement the work of anyone engaged with children and youth and curious to explore new approaches. We invite you to join our growing network of catalyst partners and help us build a movement for more meaningful lives for the next generation.
Drivers
What are the drivers of meaningfulness in young people?
Impact
What impact does meaningfulness have on educational and other socio-development outcomes?
Development
What role does meaning in life play in development more broadly?
Global Perspectives
How is meaningfulness experienced by children across different countries and cultures, and across different socio-economic groups?
Education
How can education prepare young people for leading a meaningful life?
Educators
What role can educators play in encouraging and supporting meaning?
How YMI can support your work
If you want to have a positive impact on children and youth,
then let’s explore together how the YMI can support your work.
Social impact measurement:
Use the YMI as a monitoring tool to assess the impact of your programs and initiatives
Youth-inspired policy making:
Give a voice to children so they can influence policy-makers
Meaning-based mental health support for children and youth:
Inform our mental health initiatives in vulnerable communities, providing a new perspective to strengthen your programs.
Educational environment enhancements:
Support schools and universities to gain a better understanding of the experience of their students and how the educational environment can cater to more meaningful education experiences.
Fanny Marchand
Director, Voluntās Foundation
fma@voluntas.com
Niklas Kabel Pedersen
CEO, Voluntās Advisory
nkp@voluntas.com
Join us in creating a meaningful future for the youth.
To explore funding partnerships, contact:
The YMI is hosted by the Voluntās Foundation, a not-for-profit platform rooted in values of dignity, equity, and youth-centered change. All funding is reported transparently, and donors receive regular updates, impact briefs, and invitations to learning events and youth panels.
TAKE PART IN THE JOURNEY
Why Invest in the YMI?
To explore funding partnerships, contact:
The YMI is hosted by the Voluntās Foundation, a not-for-profit platform rooted in values of dignity, equity, and youth-centered change. All funding is reported transparently, and donors receive regular updates, impact briefs, and invitations to learning events and youth panels.