Even before the worldwide pandemic we were already witnessing a rise in the number of children and young people who were struggling to manage the challenges they faced. We are all familiar with the story of young people lacking the grit and resilience of previous generations. At best this story is not overly helpful at worst it generates feeling of blame and shame in a generation of young people who are actually doing the best they can. Now in the midst of a global pandemic we know many young people are finding it difficult to manage the high levels of uncertainty and loss that they are continuing to manage on a daily basis. This is where resilience can create a significant difference. So, what is resilience … Resilience is our ability to bounce back and continue to move forward in the face of challenging situations. Resilience is not never being frightened or scared, it is feeling these normal natural emotions and being able to remain upright. Resilience in