What We Believe

We believe young people need education to understand and navigate mental challenges, culture to stay rooted and remember who they are, and a vibrant community where they feel a true sense of belonging.

Through these pillars, we create safe spaces where youth can embrace vulnerability, build resilience, and develop empathy - because growth happens best when we are supported and connected.

Our Story

Andrew Lartey, Co-Founder of Grow With Grit Isaac Danso, Co-Founder of Grow With Grit

Grow With Grit began with a shared concern: many young people navigate emotional challenges without safe spaces to reflect, express, or feel supported. For years, strength was framed as endurance - pushing through difficulties alone. But lived experience showed us that wellbeing is shaped by connection, identity, and access to understanding.

Grow With Grit was created to support young people through mental health education, cultural grounding, and community-driven spaces. Our work is not about fixing individuals, but about nurturing environments where growth, reflection, and belonging are possible.

We believe vulnerability fosters resilience, empathy builds connection, and no one should have to face challenges alone.

Meet Our Team

The people behind the mission.

Andrew Lartey, Co-Founder and Programs Lead of Grow With Grit

Andrew Lartey

Co-Founder & Programs Lead

Isaac Danso, Co-Founder and Publicity Lead of Grow With Grit

Isaac Danso

Co-Founder & Publicity Lead

Sedem Latse, Digital Design Lead of Grow With Grit

Sedem Latse

Digital Design Lead

Our Core Values

These values guide everything we do and shape the spaces we create.

Resilience

Coping skills and strength can be learned. We help young people develop the tools they need to navigate life's challenges.

Vulnerability

Sharing struggles is strength, not weakness. We create spaces where it's safe to be real.

Community

Growth happens best when supported and connected. Nobody should have to face their challenges alone.

Empathy

Understanding and caring for others connects us all. We lead with compassion in everything we do.

See Yourself in Our Mission?

If you see yourself in any of these spaces, we invite you to connect, collaborate, and grow with us.