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The HEAL Youth Advisory Council (HEALYAC) works to integrate youth voices, perspectives, and expertis

02/23/2026

In Episode 2 of the HEALYAC Podcast, we dive into youth social media use, phone habits, and how being online shapes our everyday lives. HEALYAC members share their experiences navigating screens, relationships, and mental well-being, alongside a special guest, neuroscientist Dr Emma Duerden. Together, we explore how screen time influences connection, why in-person relationships still matter, and how “third spaces”—places outside home and school where young people can hang out and build community—play a key role in fostering real-life connection.

Please check out past and future episodes of the HEALYAC Pod here. See our bio for the link.

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01/08/2026

We’re excited to share that the very first episode of the HEALYAC Podcast is now live!

At the Human Environments Analysis Lab (HEAL) at Western University, we work closely with an inspiring group of young people aged 13–19 through our Youth Advisory Council (YAC). The YAC plays a vital role in shaping our work by bringing youth perspectives directly into research on youth health and wellbeing.

Drawing on their lived experiences, YAC members, together with HEAL facilitators, created this podcast as a space to explore issues that matter to young people today. The inaugural episode focuses on “Nutrition at Home and at School,” offering thoughtful reflections on how food environments shape everyday youth experiences.

Tune in to hear youth voices leading the conversation. Link is in our bio.

12/04/2025

Exciting things are happening at the HEALYAC! We are working on our very first podcast episode. Stay tuned as we share more of the journey and our launch over the next couple of months.

09/05/2025

Applications are open for this year’s HEAL Youth Advisory Council. Please share with students and young people in London who may be interested. The application can be found in our profile or through the QR code. Applications close September 29th.

Address

1151 Richmond Street
London, ON
N6A3K7

Telephone

519-661-2111 x 80963

Website

http://theheal.ca/community/youth-advisory-council/

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