Chair
Experienced board leader who can guide governance, strategy and public representation of the Foundation.
BYOU Impact Foundation · Now forming
Join the Founding Board.
We are forming the founding board and advisory circle of the BYOU Impact Foundation. This is for people who believe mental health support should become more accessible, preventive and human for the next generation.
Netherlands · Working globally · Est. 2026
Why this board
A small group with outsized responsibility.
The BYOU Impact Foundation exists to protect access to wellbeing for young people and communities who need support but cannot always pay for it. The founding board is the group that gives this its first shape: governance, values, safeguards and the first partnerships.
It is small on purpose. Six board seats. A wider advisory circle. The people around the table will meaningfully influence the direction, culture and reputation of the Foundation for years to come.
This is a founding role, not a ceremonial one.
Board seats · 6
The seats we are filling first.
Treasurer
Financial expertise, non-profit accounting, and comfort with impact reporting and audit standards.
Secretary
Governance, legal and compliance background. Ideally familiar with Dutch stichting structures.
Clinical & wellbeing lead
Psychiatrist, psychologist, or wellbeing expert to safeguard the quality and safety of what we build.
Youth & community lead
Deep experience with youth work, education, or community programs. Knows the reality on the ground.
Impact & partnerships lead
Fundraising, corporate partnerships, and building relationships with donors, schools and companies.
Advisory circle
A wider group of trusted advisors.
Around the board we are building an advisory circle: senior people who give focused input on specific topics without the full governance responsibility of a board seat.
Advisory expertise we are looking for:
- Digital health & platform strategy
- Media, journalism and public voice
- Research and academic partnerships
- Policy and public sector
- Brand, storytelling and design
- Technology, AI and product
Selection criteria
How we choose together.
Aligned with the mission
You believe mental health needs a new, more accessible and preventive system, especially for the next generation.
Track record
You bring meaningful experience in your field and a reputation for integrity, humility and follow-through.
Time and energy
Board members commit to ~4 meetings per year plus focused contribution. Advisors give lighter, on-demand input.
Networks that open doors
You can introduce us to schools, companies, donors, experts, foundations or community leaders.
Diverse perspectives
We are intentionally building a diverse group across background, expertise, generation and lived experience.
No conflicts of interest
Any commercial or clinical interests are disclosed up front. Governance is taken seriously from day one.
Process
How it works.
- 01
Submit interest
Fill in the form below or introduce someone. Every submission is read personally.
- 02
Intro conversation
A 30-minute call with Danique to explore fit, values and what you'd bring.
- 03
Deeper conversation
Meet 1-2 other founding members and align on scope, time and expectations.
- 04
Formal invitation
Board seats are formally invited. Advisory roles are confirmed with a light letter of engagement.
Apply · Board or advisory
Tell us where you fit.
One short form. Personally read by Danique. We reply to everyone we take into a next conversation.
Introduce a partner
Know someone we should meet?
Warm introductions to schools, companies, donors, foundations, experts, community leaders or media are the fastest way to help this Foundation start well.
Interview request
Book a 30-minute conversation.
For journalists, podcast hosts, event organizers and prospective board members. Pick a time directly in Danique’s calendar.
Not sure which fits?
If you are unsure whether you belong on the board, in the advisory circle, or as a partner, submit anyway. We’d rather hear from you than not.