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Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, a significant milestone in the fight for freedom for Black Americans. As a behavioral health company, we acknowledge the unique historical, social, and systemic injustices that disproportionately impact Black mental health, including generational trauma, systemic racism, lack of access to healthcare, medical trauma, and mental health stigma. While we honor Juneteenth, we recognize that for many Black Americans, freedom is often delayed. Black people are disproportionately impacted by housing instability, incarceration, and poverty. These systemic issues have consequences: Black adults are 20% more likely to experience serious mental health problems, such as major depressive disorder or generalized anxiety disorder. (Source: Columbia University Department of Psychiatry) As mental health and addiction treatment providers, we aim to facilitate an environment that respects and affirms every client's individual history, cultural values, and lived experiences. All Points North is dedicated to increasing awareness, reducing stigma, and improving access to culturally competent care. Today, we celebrate Juneteenth and encourage you to uplift and amplify organizations that support mental health services in Black communities year-round, like The Loveland Foundation and BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective). Both organizations have worked tirelessly to connect Black communities with essential mental health services from Black clinicians. Learn more at beam.community and thelovelandfoundation.org #Juneteenth #BlackMentalHealthMatters

Today, as we recognize #Juneteenth, we’re reflecting on the significant progress that has been made in the fight for racial justice and equality in America, as well as the critical work that still lies ahead of us in building a more equitable and healthier future for Black Americans. We know the important role that #ValueBasedCare plays in eliminating disparities in our healthcare system, which is why we’re committed to building a new, sustainable primary care model that will improve #HealthEquity and access to care across the United States.

As the black community, it's crucial to reflect on how we can learn and adapt from various perspectives. The traditional approach of turning a blind eye to injustices needs reevaluation. Taking a stand against oppression, like the Most High did, is essential for progress. When initiatives meant to benefit the black community face hurdles in court, it's time for proactive measures. Emulating the strategic actions of others can amplify our voices. Redirecting resources towards legal representation can challenge systemic injustices effectively. Investing in legal action, rather than passive contributions, can pave the way for impactful change. It's time to shift from complacency to action, ensuring our community's needs are not overlooked. Let's empower talented legal minds to advocate for our rights and combat injustice together. Peace #CommunityEmpowerment #LegalAction #SocialJustice

Recent years have put an acute focus on racial disparities across America. However, inequities reported at the national level often fail to capture what’s happening in specific communities – whether they are stories of progress, stagnation, or even regression. New research from our sister institute, the McKinsey Institute for Black Economic Mobility explores differences in the economic, social, and physical well-being of Black residents across the US based on the type of community in which they live. It also discusses interventions across community profiles that could benefit all U.S. residents while setting the stage for more meaningful progress toward racial parity for Black Americans over the longer term. Mapping equity gaps at the local level offers insight into how equity outcomes for Black residents vary across different communities in the US, while suggesting a new way for investors, companies, philanthropies, and public-sector leaders to prioritize where and how best to act to address racial disparities. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dHeNUaVi #TheStateofBlackResidents #EconomicMobility

Recent years have put an acute focus on racial disparities across America. However, inequities reported at the national level often fail to capture what’s happening in specific communities – whether they are stories of progress, stagnation, or even regression. New research from our sister institute, the McKinsey Institute for Black Economic Mobility explores differences in the economic, social, and physical well-being of Black residents across the US based on the type of community in which they live. It also discusses interventions across community profiles that could benefit all U.S. residents while setting the stage for more meaningful progress toward racial parity for Black Americans over the longer term. Mapping equity gaps at the local level offers insight into how equity outcomes for Black residents vary across different communities in the US, while suggesting a new way for investors, companies, philanthropies, and public-sector leaders to prioritize where and how best to act to address racial disparities. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/gRwtNSay #TheStateofBlackResidents #EconomicMobility

Happy Juneteenth! Today, as we celebrate freedom and Black resilience, let's also acknowledge the sobering reality of health inequities in the US. Black Americans, indigenous communities, and other people of color continue to experience disproportionate health burdens due to: Limited access to quality healthcare: Geographic barriers, cultural insensitivity, and implicit bias can hinder access to preventive care and treatment. Social determinants of health: Factors like housing insecurity, economic instability have a significant impact on health outcomes. As the great civil rights leaders declared, "none of us are free until all of us are free." Let's use Juneteenth as a springboard for collective action towards racial and social equity in health. #Juneteenth #HealthEquity #SDoH

Recent years have put an acute focus on racial disparities across America. However, inequities reported at the national level often fail to capture what’s happening in specific communities – whether they are stories of progress, stagnation, or even regression. New research from our sister institute, the McKinsey Institute for Black Economic Mobility explores differences in the economic, social, and physical well-being of Black residents across the US based on the type of community in which they live. It also discusses interventions across community profiles that could benefit all U.S. residents while setting the stage for more meaningful progress toward racial parity for Black Americans over the longer term. Mapping equity gaps at the local level offers insight into how equity outcomes for Black residents vary across different communities in the US, while suggesting a new way for investors, companies, philanthropies, and public-sector leaders to prioritize where and how best to act to address racial disparities. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dYeYcAkH #TheStateofBlackResidents #EconomicMobility

Juneteenth marks the day that the last enslaved African Americans finally learned that they were free- over two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863. While today is a day to celebrate freedom and resilience, it is also a solemn reminder that for Black Americans, justice is too often delayed. Children of color disproportionately face barriers to resources and opportunities due to discriminatory practices within our society and systems. Implicit biases are embedded in our legal, criminal, and education systems. Within our own community, there are thousands of children each year that need someone to stand up for them and protect their rights. When our children’s lives intersect with the juvenile justice system, they should be treated with respect and provided holistic support to address the root cause of the issues. This #Juneteenth, join us in celebrating the resilience of Black Americans, while also joining us in our fight towards equitable opportunity for children of color- from the courtroom, to the classroom, to our everyday lives. Please note: Our office will be closed today (6/19) in observance of this holiday. #BlackLivesMatter

Recent years have put an acute focus on racial disparities across America. However, inequities reported at the national level often fail to capture what’s happening in specific communities – whether they are stories of progress, stagnation, or even regression.  A new report from my colleagues within the McKinsey Institute for Black Economic Mobility explores differences in the economic, social, and physical well-being of Black residents across the US based on the type of community in which they live. We also discuss interventions across community profiles that could benefit all US residents while setting the stage for more meaningful progress toward racial parity for Black Americans over the longer term.   Mapping equity gaps at the local level offers insight into how equity outcomes for Black residents vary across different communities in the US, while suggesting a new way for investors, companies, philanthropies, and public-sector leaders to prioritize where and how best to act to address racial disparities.  Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/e3jqj5JV #TheStateofBlackResidents #EconomicMobility