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Learn to animate.

Express your story and roots.

Heal the world with your creativity.
 

Who has worked with us:

Who's awarded and showcased us:

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Mental Roots teaches young people of diverse backgrounds how to create 2D animation in a way that nurtures mental wellbeing and authentic self-expression true to their roots. Founded by award-winning BBC-commissioned animator Nathan Addai, Mental Roots is where your stories comes to life.​

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As a young person, you will learn the above through our online courses and masterclasses - as well as in-person animation workshops we aim to run in partnership with/hosted by schools, colleges and universities.​

GETTING STARTED IS EASY...

Find out more about our
ONLINE COURSE

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Join our FREE safe online
ANIMATION COMMUNITY

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We leave our mark in group workshops too...

"Seeing the pupils engage in open conversation and share their lived experiences... was heart-warming."
Mental Health Lead at The Bemrose School, Derby

Here's our award-winning, BBC-commissioned animation that birthed the brand...

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Celebrating 5 YEARS of impact

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Here's a poetic reflection on where we've BEEN, and the pivot to where we're GOING...

Written, performed and edited by Nathan Addai (Mental Roots Founder)

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