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Beran's Story

Having come to Canada as an international student before the age of 18 and later settling in the Greater Toronto Area, he understands firsthand the complex and often overlooked challenges that international students and newcomer youth may experience. His own experiences navigating communication challenges within a homestay setting and advocating for his needs have shaped his commitment to youth empowerment and equitable access to support. These experiences have also strengthened his awareness of how housing, language, cultural adjustment, social isolation, and limited familiarity with local services can affect the well-being of international students and newcomers.

Beran is passionate about reducing barriers to care and drawing attention to the unique social determinants of health affecting these communities. In his personal and professional work, he enjoys researching and organizing service-provider databases to help international students locate relevant mental health and community resources.

Through his role as the project coordinator at Project Anchor, Beran aims to help bridge existing service gaps by connecting youth with direct-support programs that reduce isolation, strengthen their sense of belonging, and encourage meaningful community connections.