Fans Invited to Contribute to Tim Bergling Foundation's New Children's Mental Health Book

Thursday, 13 March 2025 02:24

The charitable foundation keeping Avicii's legacy alive amplifying youth stories to guide mental health advocacy efforts.

The Tim Bergling Foundation, founded by Avicii's family in the wake of his tragic death by suicide in 2018, is calling on young people to share their stories for a new book. The initiative aims to collect over 1,000 messages from individuals under 25, which will be featured in the second edition of the organization's series, This Is What We Need – For A Better Day.

Inspired by Avicii’s track "For A Better Day," the project was developed to amplify youth voices in conversations around mental health, where adults have traditionally dominated the dialogue. The new book aims to provide a platform for young people to express their ideas, needs and hopes for a brighter future, with the foundation pledging to use these stories to spark meaningful change.

"We listen, we act, and we make sure decision-makers do too," the Tim Bergling Foundation said. Its previous collection of stories was presented directly to Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, ensuring these voices are heard and advocated for at the highest levels.

The Swedish organization has also built cuboid physical spaces at Sickla Köpcentrum, Forum Uppsala and Mobilia Malmö for people to record their stories. They will be open from March 10-23.

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Beyond the book, the Tim Bergling Foundation continues to support youth mental health through various initiatives. The nonprofit has built several music studios across Sweden, offering safe spaces where young people can explore creative outlets and make music, and also partners with Ångestpodden to help students start their own mental-health focused podcasts.

The foundation has also hosted "Together For A Better Day" tribute concerts at the Avicii Arena, using music as a means to inspire others and break the stigma surrounding mental health struggles. You can watch the first-ever concert in-full here.

Fans can submit their stories and suggestions here for a chance to be included in the second edition of This Is What We Need – For A Better Day.

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