About BRAVE
BRAVE Communities

We cultivate BRAVE communities by bringing together people of diverse backgrounds to collectively Build Relationships Awareness Voices & Engagement.

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Our Programs

Empowering Young People

BRAVE empowers young people with hands-on training and real-world experiences that build leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills while helping them step beyond their comfort zones to reach their full potential.

Community Connections

BRAVE creates ongoing community events and initiatives that bring people together to celebrate common ground and honor differences – ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

Global Social Change

BRAVE facilitates international exchanges for several U.S. Department of State social impact programs in Austin, promoting cross-cultural social innovation and diplomacy.

Health and Well-being

BRAVE supports a variety of services that help to promote healthy emotional, mental, and physical well-being based on participants and communties’ feedback and surveys.

Upcoming Events

Join BRAVE Communities for an engaging intergenerational community gathering that explores the powerful connection between financial well-being, mental health, and economic mobility. This event brings together subject matter experts for a dynamic panel discussion, followed by a community movement activity designed to reduce stress, build connection, and celebrate collective joy.

In a time marked by division, rapid technological change, economic uncertainty, and growing mental health challenges, this community experience invites neighbors, youth, elders, creatives, professionals, and leaders to slow down, lean in, and listen…together.

The panel discussion will include the following topics along with audience questions:

  • How financial stress impacts mental health and overall well-being
  • Overcoming shame and barriers to seeking financial support
  • Access to resources and pathways to economic mobility
  • Avoiding financial fraud and scams, particularly in the age of technology and AI
  • Practical strategies for budgeting, managing debt, building savings, and creating generational wealth

We will also two youth-organized groups share their digital projects on mental health and economic mobility.

Event Details

📅 Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
📍 Location: Carver Branch Library, 1161 Angelina St., Austin, TX 78702
🕑 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM CT
🗣️ Community Panel on Financial & Mental Health Wellness in the AI Era
💃🏿 K-Pop Dance De-Stressor Session
🤝 Networking & Community Connection

✨ Special Announcement: During this gathering, we will also share and launch an exciting new youth-led initiative designed to empower young people across Central Texas to be creative, courageous, and be the change for civic engagement.

🎟️ This is a FREE community event. If you’re able, please consider making a donation to help cover event costs, refreshments, and sustain BRAVE’s youth-led initiatives. 

Carver Branch Library is ADA accessible and walking distance to CapMetro bus stops #2 & #5.  Please contact us for any translation and interpretation needs. 

Interested in Volunteering at this event? Volunteer hours available for approval. 

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