Partner with Newark Academy Student
Vibrant Waves partnered with friend Newark Academy Student Olivier Dai on a podcast on Asian mental health project where we interview youth for their experiences on mental health and will be doing a short film. This is to address stereotypes (such as the smart Asian kid, or expectations) and attitudes towards stress (aka, NEWARKACADEMY). today, […]
Partner with Two Piano Journey and Chatham Chinese Association
Exciting news that Vibrant Waves is going to partner with two piano journey (https://www.twopianojourney.com/) and Chatham Chinese Association fundraising for mental health. Michelle and Christopher are a mother & son two piano team on a mission to make the world a better place. They are currently on a benefit concert tour, using their talents to […]
Indigenous Youth & Mental Health (Published in international Journal of Legacy Gazette, July 2025 Issue)
Indigenous youth and mental health: Addressing challenges through innovative and culturally appropriate solutions By Alexis Zhang Newark Academy, Livingston, New Jersey Many Indigenous youth in the United States face mental health challenges that are deeply rooted in systemic inequities and cultural disconnection (Smye et al., 2023). These challenges are compounded by barriers such as economic […]
Partnership with Melodies as Medicine
We’re thrilled to announce that Vibrant Waves is partnering with Melodies as Medicine, a Florida-based, student-led nonprofit founded by Jonathan Hus that brings the healing power of music to seniors around the world. At Vibrant Waves, we believe in the power of creativity and connection to support emotional well-being. Melodies as Medicine shares that mission through music, using […]
Support Coping with Loss-Imaging 5K run
We had an amazing event with Imagine (https://imaginenj.org/, center for coping with loss) for high school students! Imagine supports children and families coping with loss, and fosters resiliency and emotional well-being for all those who grieve. I have loved volunteering and partnering with the organization for the last three years!