Elizabeth (Liz) Panelli is a passionate public health program manager, youth development and mental health advocate, and rising author in the teenage mental health, self-esteem, and life skills space. As a Master of Public Health (MPH) and former Peace Corps volunteer, Liz has dedicated her career to equipping young people with the vast array of tools they need to succeed in life. Her years of experience working with teens and youth in over 7 countries around the world has instilled in her the drive to serve young people today with all of the unique challenges of the times, from the prevalence of technology and social media to the negative mental health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. Liz's mission is to make critical life skills for independent and fulfilled functioning more accessible and engaging for teenagers so that they are able to implement and use what they've learned. She has founded an educational platform for parents of teenagers and has become a go-to resource for parents and educators looking to support young people on their journey to adulthood. Liz's writing is characterized by her empathetic and relatable approach to these important topics. Her books are filled with practical advice, actionable steps, thoughtful insights, and real-world examples that resonate with teenagers and help them to feel empowered to take control of their lives. Through her work, Liz hopes to inspire the next generation of young people to live fulfilled, self-reliant lives, with the confidence to create the life of their wildest dreams and a relentless commitment to self-belief and self-love. Her passion for empowering young people is infectious, and her books are a valuable resource for anyone looking to support teenagers on their journey to adulthood.
