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Celebrating Minority Mental Health Month: Finding Safe Spaces in People July is Minority Mental Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the unique challenges faced by minority communities regarding mental health. It’s also a time to recognize the importance of safe spaces in nurturing mental well-being. Sometimes, a safe place isn't a location but a person who offers understanding, support, and a sense of belonging. For many, this person can make all the difference in navigating life's challenges. 💙 🌟 A Safe Place is a Person Who: Listens Without Judgment: Offering a compassionate ear and understanding without criticism. Validates Experiences: Recognizing and affirming the unique experiences and feelings of minorities. Provides Support: Being there during tough times, offering practical help and emotional support. Encourages Seeking Help: Guiding towards professional mental health resources when needed. As we celebrate this month, let's commit to being that safe person for someone in our lives. Whether a friend, family member, or colleague, your support can be a lifeline. Let’s break the stigma and build a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. Join the Conversation Share your experiences or thoughts on how we can create more safe spaces for mental health support within our communities. Together, we can make a difference. Resources: https://lnkd.in/gXewVyCy #MinorityMentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthAwareness #SafeSpace #SupportEachOther #MentalWellBeing #CultivatingFutures #CultivatingRelationships

Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) populations face unique systemic challenges when it comes to managing their mental health. July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness month, an opportunity to elevate the unique systemic challenges that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) populations face when it comes to managing their mental health. Generational and historical trauma and displacement within a cycle of constant systemic racism and oppression are seemingly insurmountable barriers to thriving in life. However, according to Mental Health America, “...culture, community, and connection are pillars that support and uplift BIPOC individuals in the face of oppression and systemic racism.” 💡 Read more stories here! https://lnkd.in/grzzs8_8 This work is supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. #NIFAimpacts

Honoring Juneteenth: A Day of Reflection and Healing Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, a pivotal moment in American history that marks the end of slavery and celebrates the resilience, strength, and culture of the Black community. At Courageous Healing, Inc., we recognize the importance of understanding and addressing the historical and ongoing trauma faced by marginalized communities. Our commitment to providing culturally centered, trauma-informed mental health services is unwavering. Join Us in Celebrating Freedom and Wellness: • Culturally Sensitive Therapy: We offer services that respect and honor your unique cultural experiences. • Trauma-Informed Care: Our approach is rooted in understanding the impact of historical and personal trauma on mental health. • Community Support: We believe in the power of community and are here to support your journey towards healing and empowerment. Let's come together to celebrate progress, acknowledge the work still to be done, and continue advocating for equality and justice. Your Healing Journey Matters. #Juneteenth #MentalHealth #TraumaInformedCare #CulturallyCenteredTherapy #BlackHealingMatters #CommunityWellness #FreedomDay

At the heels of Fathers Day celebrations, we're turning the spotlight on masculinity and its impact on young men. Dads, along with teachers, play a crucial role in shaping how boys see themselves. Traditional ideas of masculinity can hold boys back. They're less likely to succeed in school, struggle with mental health, and face higher rates of addiction. 👉 Here's where Progressive Masculinity steps in 👈 This valuable course, accessible for free to all of our LEARN members, helps educators to support young men to: ⏺ Challenge outdated notions of masculinity ⏺ Develop emotional intelligence ⏺ Build healthy relationships ⏺ Become the kind of men they want to be Plus, stay tuned for next month for a live session with Mike Nicholson where he'll delve deeper into the topic of Progressive Masculinity. **Link in comments**

July is National Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Awareness Month! 🌍🧠 This month highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the unique challenges faced by BIPOC individuals. 🔸 Why It Matters: BIPOC communities often encounter systemic barriers to mental health care, cultural stigma, and lack of representation in mental health services. Addressing these challenges is crucial for fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all. 🔸 How You Can Help: ✔️Educate yourself about the mental health challenges faced by BIPOC communities. ✔️Advocate for inclusive mental health policies and practices. ✔️Support and promote mental health resources tailored to BIPOC individuals. Here are some resources you can explore and share: Asian Mental Health Collective BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective) The AAKOMA Project, Inc. Center for Native American Youth Therapy for Latinx South Asian Mental Health Alliance THE CENTER FOR BLACK WOMENS WELLNESS CBWW INC #BIPOCMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #InclusiveCare

📃 Let's talk about the facts! Within our community, the journey to mental health support often takes a route that is statistically more likely to go through the criminal justice system. It is time for a change rooted in compassion and understanding. By shedding light on this truth, we can collectively work towards creating an environment that offers genuine support, fosters open conversations, and encourages a united front against the challenges faced by the Black and minority ethnic communities. Facing this disheartening fact is the initial step in the journey to breaking down barriers and constructing bridges of understanding and empathy. 👉🏾 The Research: https://bit.ly/3OdqY6h #factoftheday

Acknowledging Mental Health Awareness Month aligns seamlessly with our organization's mission to advocate on behalf of Black women and girls, promoting leadership development and gender equity in health education and economic empowerment. By addressing mental health within our advocacy framework, we not only recognize the holistic well-being of those we serve but also challenge the structures and systems that perpetuate disparities in mental health care access and support. In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, we encourage each of you to prioritize your mental health and well-being. During the week of May 12 - 18, 2024, the National Mental Health Committee would like for you to practice one of the four Meditation techniques. #NC100BWINC #NCBWHealth #FreeYourMind

Access to art and art creation makes a community whole. For National Mental Health Awareness Month, we celebrate long-time Appalshop funder The National Endowment for the Arts in their effort to promote the arts as central to individual and collective well-being. To learn more about the many ways art can positively impact individual and community mental health, check out this article in American Artscape: https://loom.ly/a4eKd_Y!

It's really great to see Place2Be conducting research into children's mental health and highlighting the importance of accessibility when it comes to mental health support at a young age. The survey showed that more than half of children said that something would stop them from seeking help for their mental health. This is an unsurprising statistic given that dialogue around mental health is typically aimed at adults and not children and that professional support tends to be centred on diagnosis and treatment rather than prevention. It's important that accessibility in terms of mental health support is also viewed through a culturally competent lens, as we are now more than ever aware of the harm that is caused when it is not. This is why the work being done by organisations in our community, such as Representation Matters Ltd and The Black Curriculum is so important as they recognise the impact that comes from examining cultural identity and how it impacts lived experience and overall wellbeing. 📃 Article: https://shorturl.at/cqsAX #childrensmentalhealthweek

July is #MinorityMentalHealthMonth. It is essential to recognize the unique challenges and barriers that minority communities face when it comes to mental health. This month serves as a reminder to prioritize mental well-being within diverse populations and to address the disparities in access to mental health resources. Minority communities, including but not limited to black, Hispanic, Asian, and Indigenous populations, often experience higher rates of mental health conditions due to various factors such as systemic inequalities, discrimination, cultural stigma, and a lack of culturally competent care. By raising awareness and promoting mental health education and resources within minority communities, we can work towards breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health and improving access to quality care for all individuals. Let us take this month as an opportunity to advocate for equitable mental health support and to create a more inclusive and understanding society for everyone.