The Sequoia Wellness Peer Advocate Club held one of its final meetings of the semester on Friday, Nov. 22, in the Student Activities Center.

The club meets twice a month, providing a lighter schedule, which allows a lower commitment for students looking to participate. It focuses on advocating for mental health wellness, spreading awareness, and providing support to students and peers. The club helps students gain valuable leadership skills and make a positive impact on those around them. Whether it may be just talking to someone who needs to talk or helping them with genuine advice, there are different ways to help others and the club highlights that.

“I feel like everybody manages their stress differently, but I know a lot of people rely on each other. I think that’s so important to have that connection with each other. [It] makes things easier having that support system,” junior Mira Lowitz said.

It can be challenging for some to talk about their own struggles no matter what it might be or they may even be fearful of how someone might react. Some find fulfillment in participating in the club and feel empowered.

“I’ve always liked doing things that can change the school. I like having a role where I feel like I can use my own voice and also give a voice to other people,” Lowitz said.

The club stresses the importance of having a support system and people to talk to. Sequoia has various systems in place to assist students who may be struggling with their mental health.

“A lot of people like to go to the TRC just to take a breather or a break in order to take time for themselves,” senior Ruby Rappaport said