About us:

Raphael founded CHATS in the summer of 2021 with the help from friends and family. Since then CHATS was fortunate enough to be awarded “Youth Mental Health Advocate 2022 Aloha Award” from Mental Health America of Hawai’i. Founder of CHATS, Raphael was a guest speaker and panelist at the 2022 Children and Youth Summit at Hawai’i’s state capital.

Raphael Stark, CHATS Founder

Mission:

To break the walls of misconception through education while providing support and resources for youth with speech challenges.

Vision:

To provide a safe community where youth with speech challenges can empower each other.

Check out CHATS’ appearances on local TV

KHON2 Segment “Whiz Kids”

Hawaii News Now


Thank you to our partners

Spill The Tea Café

A local mental health clinic for teens ages 11-18.

Mental Health America of Hawai’i

They aim to reduce the stigma of mental illness and improve the overall care, treatment and empowerment of those with mental illnesses.