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OUR STORY

ABOUT RECONNECT

ReConnect is a global initiative dedicated to helping teens build skills and lead healthier, happier lives. We provide resources that empower youth leaders worldwide to start local clubs focused on active engagement in nature, sports, community service, and education. By encouraging young people to explore the world beyond their screens, we aim to foster a generation that values real-world connections, physical health, and community involvement.

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OUR STORY

WHY WE'RE HERE

In today’s digital age, teens face unprecedented challenges that can impact their well-being:

1 IN 5

U.S. teens experience depression.

Meanwhile, rates of anxiety, isolation, and loneliness are rising among adolescents. 1 in 7 teens worldwide experiences a mental health condition.

Sources: NIMH, WHO 

80%

of adolescents globally do not meet the recommended levels of physical activity.

Source: WHO 

>8.5 HRS

The average U.S. teen spends over 8.5 hours a day on screens.

Source: Common Sense Media 

OUR JOURNEY

ReConnect was founded by high school student Jonah Esposito, who envisioned a world where teens are inspired to put down their screens and reconnect with their surroundings.

 

Jonah’s passion for youth empowerment and community-building led him to create ReConnect, a platform that offers practical resources and guidance for teens looking to make a difference in their own lives and the lives of others.

 

Since its inception, ReConnect has grown into a global movement, with chapters forming across multiple countries.

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Get involved

Join us in our mission to help teens build skills, improve their health, and connect with their communities. Whether you’re interested in starting a chapter, supporting our cause, or simply learning more, we invite you to be part of the ReConnect journey.

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