Next Generation
I.M.P.A.C.T
Building lifelong health literacy and emotional resilience in young people — through mental-health programming, scholarships and community partnerships.
IMPACT is a peer-to-peer social education program that helps students understand the connection between social media and their mental health.
Through a partnership between The Ripple Effect and MTClife, IMPACT trains and mentors Grade 10 and 11 students to become leaders who then deliver workshops to Grade 7 and 8 students in their feeder schools.
This model allows younger students to learn from older peers who understand the pressures they face, especially around social media, comparison, identity, and belonging. It also helps create a stronger bridge between elementary and high school.
The program has received major support from the Gloria Baylis Foundation, which funded $150,000 over the next three years to help expand IMPACT, train more student leaders, and reach more school communities.
IMPACT begins with Session Zero, introducing how social media can affect mental health, anxiety, self-image, and emotional well-being. The program then moves through five core modules: Self-Worth, Empathy & Compassion, Problem Solving Skills, False vs. Reality, and Communication Skills.
It ends with Session Close, which focuses on becoming a global citizen and teaches students how to recognize when they need help, how to ask for help, and how to support others.
IMPACT is about creating awareness, compassion, confidence, and leadership in schools and communities.
For Schools & Partners
How I.M.P.A.C.T Works
Funding Partners
Our Thanks to the Baylis Foundation
The People Behind It
Meet the I.M.P.A.C.T. Team
Program Director, IMPACT
Miguel Martinez
Miguel Martinez, born in El Salvador, has over 20 years in personal development and is the head coach and founder of MTClife — a company dedicated to leadership, wellness, and mental health education. He is a TED Talk speaker, a North American Speaker and the author of the upcoming book “The 7 Imps.” He is also the Program Director behind transformative initiatives such as Connect7, WellnessXP, The Playbook Leadership Journal, The Beautiful Mind Day Event, and IMPACT (a social media awareness program).
He recently achieved a significant milestone by writing an article for the Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy at the University of Toronto. His article was featured in the prestigious magazine “PIP O,” known for its insightful coverage of issues related to child development and mental health.
He has collaborated with the Canadian Mental Health Association, First Nation communities, school boards across North America, and Fortune 500 companies. He also co-hosts the podcast “From Vision to Success”, with over 110 episodes on personal growth and achievement — featured on Spotify & Apple Podcast.
Known for his energy, authenticity, and heart-centered approach, Miguel blends science, faith, music and storytelling to empower audiences of all ages. Whether speaking to students, parents, or educators, his mission and voice is always clear — Help Everyone Fulfil the Measure of Their Creation.
Also part of the team
- Dr. Sudi Devanesen & Dr. Manish Maingi — Strategic guidance; experienced in public health and community development (TREWO board members).
- Neil Godara — Project coordinator and liaison, connecting funding partners and ensuring program execution.
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