Jake is a Master’s of Social Work Student at the University of Toronto, specializing in child and youth mental health. Jake has been involved in the mental health sector since 2017 and was drawn to social work as a result of his own experience with mental illness. Jake has worked in the social services sector for over two years leading drop-in programming for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, working at an outdoor education centre and facilitating dance and movement workshops. Jake focuses on creating safer spaces where young people are able to be their most authentic selves, build confidence and have fun.