Dragonfly Initiative empowers student athletes to nurture their mental health and wellbeing through awareness, education, advocacy and peer support networks.
Create a future where student athletes are enabled to thrive in their academic, athletic and personal lives by actively prioritizing mental health and wellness.
End the stigma around mental health in sports and create a culture of active support through awareness and advocacy.
Provide student athletes with access to essential resources and support.
Prepare athletes for lifelong success by providing educational programs that help student athletes thrive both on and off the court.
Provide opportunities for improving resilience skills and managing
mental health.
Create a network of student athlete leaders that provide education and development opportunities, advocate for their peers and provide insights on the current needs and challenges of student athletes.
Establish a prominent social media presence and create opportunities for participating in various
support networks.
Develop strategies that can be adopted by academic and athletic organizations and provide resources for execution.
Founder
Co-Founder &
Director, Content
Director, Services
Director, Engagement
Editorial & Blog Manager
Content Production & Design Manager
Content and Media Specialist
Financial Development & Sustainability Coordinator
Please reach us at info@dragonflyinitiative.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Dragonfly Initiative draws inspiration from the dragonfly, a symbol of adaptability, clarity and flexibility. They are known for their ability to swiftly adjust to wind and storms, symbolizing resilience in the face of adversity.
Yes, good eye! We embrace the green ribbon as a symbol of mental health awareness and advocacy. Our efforts aim to create a safe environment where student athletes can thrive, reinforcing the importance of mental health and encouraging open conversations about the challenges they face.
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