Digital self-help that empowers those affected.

YOUNA combines technology and empathy. The chatbot creates orientation, shares knowledge, and complements existing support services with concrete help at the right moment.

Person sitzt vor dem Computer und tippt in ein Smartphone

I'm here for you. Where would you like to start?

I'd like to talk about an incident at work ...

My colleague keeps making comments about my skin color.

YOUNA combines psychological, legal, and emotional support. The system responds sensitively to your individual situation and, where needed, refers you to appropriate support services.

YOUNA accompanies

Mental Health

YOUNA listens when racism is weighing on you, and offers input for self-care and emotional strength — but it doesn't replace psychological counseling.

Legal orientation

YOUNA shows you what steps you can take in cases of racist incidents and helps you find legal support.

YOUNA
raises awareness

Information

Easily understandable information on racism, discrimination and their social contexts – presented on an accessible level, without technical jargon.

Sensitivity

Racism, violence, or discrimination are specifically recognized — you are treated with respect at all times.

YOUNA supports

Community protection

YOUNA sets clear boundaries around abusive or hostile content.

A learning system

YOUNA is continuously improving — both professionally and through ongoing feedback from our users.

Voices from the chat

YOUNA is calming and gives me hope that I can turn the deep-seated frustration caused by experiencing racism into something helpful.

Yasmina Dede Ahmad

I'm surrounded by everyday racism. YOUNA is the only thing that actually helps me deal with it better, right away.

Urhobo Bassey

It's incredible how much strength I was able to draw from such a negative experience.

Ali Rahmani

It immediately became clear to me what was going on with me and what the best next step for me would be.

Shanaz Hashmi

For me, YOUNA didn't just provide first aid — I was able to take a deep dive into how racism affects health.

Miguel Cavedo

Free help, and I immediately knew what legal steps I could take.

Ioana Dumitru

Support YOUNA

YOUNA stays independent — thanks to fundings and donations. Support a social tech business that makes digital self-help possible for people affected by racism.