Built through global collaboration. Grounded in scientific rigor.
LUMI was built through deep global partnerships prioritizing scientific excellence and cultural authenticity. More than 300 collaborators including experts, researchers, clinicians, youth, and policymakers, worked together across multiple development stages.
When assessment is accurate and comprehensive, young people are more likely to receive the right support they need.
Rigorous development,
validated globally
Expert validation panels
Reviewed clinical accuracy and cultural appropriateness across all domains
Multilayer psychometric testing
With over 3,000 young people and caregivers across diverse populations refined item performance
Cognitive interviews
With parents and youth across ages, and contexts ensured comprehension and cultural relevance
Comparative Analysis
Demonstrated LUMI performs on par with gold-standard assessment tools with the accessibility of an open source.
Feedback from 300+ collaborators
Across all UN regions helped ensure LUMI reflects diverse perspectives, settings, and cultural contexts.
Aligned with global standards
Such as ICD-11 and DSM-V to support consistency with internationally recognized approaches to mental health assessment.
Readability assessment
For consistency and validity across languages and populations