Girls as young as age 5 report feeling lonely, an indicator that the loneliness epidemic and mental health crisis among girls has spread farther and wider than we ever thought. This underscores the critical importance of fostering meaningful connections and building resilience in today’s youth. The discussion will feature a panel of experts who are leading the way and tackling this issue in their own communities as well as hearing firsthand from a youth voice. Panelists will elucidate the mental health challenges our younger generations face, as well as solutions for addressing loneliness.