The world came to know Selena Gomez years ago as a Disney Channel star. Since then, she’s had a vast career in singing, acting, producing, and, more recently, philanthropy (working to help others) and advocacy. From launching businesses to working with government leaders, Gomez, now age 30, has become a leading voice in the effort to raise awareness for mental health.
In May, Gomez took part in the first-ever youth mental health forum, held at the White House. The event came at a time when levels of anxiety and depression are increasing among children and teens. The forum focused on turning awareness into action and invited leaders of 18 mental health nonprofits to speak.
As part of the event, Gomez sat down with President Joe Biden, First Lady Dr. Jill…
