My Story

A Personal Mission

Hi! My name is Ryan Sakhai. I am a high school student with three sisters striving to make the world a better place, one step at a time. The Brave Step Foundation was born from both passion and perseverance. Starting this foundation wasn't easy– there were moments of doubt, setbacks, and long nights wondering if I was capable of turning an idea into something real. At the same time, this mission is deeply personal. I have my own history with mental health and have gone through some very difficult periods in my life, moments where support felt out of reach and asking for help felt overwhelming. Those experiences shaped who I am and inspired me to create something I once needed myself. The Brave Step exists to make that first step feel less scary, more human, and more accessible– so no one feels alone while trying to heal.