The Connecticut Women's Consortium’s Post

The Power of Advocacy in Mental Health Advocacy is a powerful tool in the fight for better mental health care and awareness. Why does it really matter? 1. Raising Awareness: Advocacy helps shine a light on mental health issues, breaking down stigma and encouraging open conversations. 2. Influencing Policy: Through advocacy, individuals and organisations can influence policymakers to enact laws and regulations that improve mental health services and protect those with mental health conditions. 3. Empowering Communities: Advocacy efforts empower communities to take action, whether through local initiatives, support groups, or public campaigns, creating a ripple effect that benefits everyone. 4. Driving Change: Persistent advocacy can lead to systemic changes in how mental health is perceived, funded, and treated, ensuring that mental health care is accessible and equitable for all. By advocating for mental health, we can create a society where mental well-being is a priority, and everyone has access to the care they need.

Thrilled to be featured in The Guardian, sharing insights on an issue that impacts both providers and patients: fair compensation for behavioral health and other independent practitioners. This proposed legislation, tying fee schedule increases to inflation, is a game-changer. It ensures providers are fairly compensated for their vital work while improving access to care for those who need it most. Proud to collaborate with WSPA on this advocacy, and I hope this sparks meaningful conversations about equitable health care policies. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gPuUt47Y

In mental health research, trust isn't a data point—it's a relationship we build, conversation by conversation, partnership by partnership. At The STARR Coalition, 2024 was about breaking down the barriers created by stigma and distrust by working to build relationships between research sites and the communities that they serve. Looking ahead to 2025, our mission is clear: expand The STARR Coalition's impact by creating more bridges between clinical research, advocacy, and treatment communities. To everyone fighting to make mental healthcare more transparent, more inclusive, and more human: your work matters. Let's keep building trust, one conversation at a time. 💚

When you lose your faith in something; how do you find your way back? For Linda Baron Katz, she found her way back to education and mental health advocacy through her Judaism. ⁠ ⁠ Please read and share her essay and maybe leave a comment below about a time in your life about when you lost something or someone very special to you; how did you find your way back through that grief? Here's Linda's piece: https://lnkd.in/gRAXwt47

🌟 Empower Mental Health Advocacy! 🌟 This Mental Health Awareness Month, let's take action. Here are five key strategies: 1️⃣ Utilize Social Media: Share your story, raise awareness, and combat stigma online. 2️⃣ Harness Storytelling: Break down barriers by sharing personal experiences through blogs, art, and public speaking. 3️⃣ Drive Policy Change: Advocate for legislation prioritizing mental health funding and access to treatment. 4️⃣ Integrate Mental Health Care: Support initiatives that bring mental health services into schools, workplaces, and communities. 5️⃣ Understand Candidate Positions: Research where candidates stand on mental health issues and vote for policies that prioritize mental well-being. Learn more about why each of these is important and what the role of therapy can be in supporting advocacy. https://lnkd.in/gqa_svXC

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, UF CTSI reaffirms our commitment to mental health research and advocacy. Let's prioritize self-care, support one another, and work towards a world where mental health is valued and prioritized. #MentalHealthAwareness #Research #CTSI

Advocacy and Change: Advocacy groups and individual activists are pushing for reforms, better funding, and a reevaluation of how mental health care is delivered in the UK. This includes calls for more investment in mental health services, better training for staff, and changes in how mental health crises are managed.

🌟 Honoring the Carters' legacy in mental health advocacy! Their dedication transformed mental health into a global priority, inspiring change for generations. Read more about their incredible impact and how it continues to guide us: https://lnkd.in/ec2aeymD

Today, on World Mental Health Day, let's shine a light on the importance of mental health education, awareness, and advocacy. At Polaris Pharmacy Services, we believe that everyone deserves access to quality care and support. Let's work together to break down social stigma and create a more compassionate world. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheStigma

Election season can be empowering but also overwhelming. Engaging in politics—through calls, events, and advocacy—can take a toll on mental health. Download this guide for useful tips. https://lnkd.in/gfaKhpNp @recovery_voices @MobilizeRecover