A Fundraiser for Women Hold the Key
Join Women Hold the Key for an evening of learning, growth, and community action. Together, we’ll watch bestselling author and social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s powerful talk based on his book The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness.
Haidt reveals how the rise of smartphones and social media has “rewired” childhood, fueling an international adolescent mental health crisis. From the decline of play-based childhood to the explosion of phone-based living, he lays out the evidence behind rising rates of anxiety, depression, and loneliness among youth.
In a clear, accessible presentation, Haidt explores:
• Why childhood changed so rapidly between 2010–2015
• The five foundational harms of screen-saturated adolescence, and
• How families, schools, and communities can restore balance and connection
After the screening, stay for a panel discussion with Vashon parents and school counselors Anna Waldman, Yvette Butler, and Tara Vanselow, followed by a community conversation. Together, we’ll reflect on what resonated, share perspectives, and explore what we can do to support the health and resilience of our island’s youth.
Doors open at 5:30 pm. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY to grab snacks and find your seat before the program begins at 6:00.
This evening is about coming together—for our kids, our families, and our community.
Tickets by donation to Women Hold the Key:
Community Builder – $15: Helps us bring people together for dialogue
Conversation Starter – $30: Helps spark change
Future Shaper – $50: Invests in our kids’ wellbeing and healthier communities
Keyholder – $75: Helps unlock possibility
Changemaker – $100: Makes a significant contribution to shift the narrative and support our work
Open Door – $0: No barrier to entry. Everyone is welcome (available at the door)
Special thanks to our Community Partners, Island GreenTech & Vashon Theatre, for helping to make this event possible!
See you there!