National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Breaking Stigmas and Uplifting Voices
Observed annually in July, Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is designed to bring attention to the mental health challenges experienced by underserved populations in the US. Join NICHQ in sharing resources and providing mental health support to all communities.
Trusted Spaces & Healing
Ensuring ALL Communities Have Access to Mental Health Support
Named after author, journalist, teacher, and advocate Bebe Moore Campbell, National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month aims to bring attention to the unique mental health experiences of marginalized communities. Mental health includes psychological, emotional, and social well-being. Some barriers to mental health care include:
- Treatment gaps
- Insurance and cost barriers
- Provider shortages
- Cultural differences
- Stigma and social barriers
- Fragmented care
Although people of all backgrounds face mental health challenges, certain communities are more prone to disparate health outcomes due to limited access to support. Black, Indigenous, Latino, Asian American and Pacific Islander, Arab American, LGBTQ+, rural, and women’s communities are among the most impacted by these care gaps.
NICHQ INitiatives
Our Mental Health Work
The use of a fair and impartial lens is imperative in the work of making optimal health outcomes a national norm. We’re grateful to have insight from a team of experts on these project-related mental health initiatives.
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National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit
Trusted community members can share these ready-to-use materials from Mental Health America to continue honest conversations about mental health and prepare people to support themselves and each other if they’re struggling.
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit
Use these resources and key messages to guide your Minority Mental Health Awareness Month communications.
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Reading List for National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
At NICHQ, we are committed to making optimal health outcomes for children and their families the national norm. Check out our insights to learn how you can support this initiative.
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Additional Articles & Resources
Mental Health America (MHA)
Each July, MHA is proud to recognize Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.
Knowledge and News on Women’s Health (KNOWH)
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month #KNOWHmore blog from FDA Office of Women’s Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Mental health care isn’t one-size-fits-all. This July, during Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, join NAMI nationwide at events and programs where you can find meaningful connection on your healing journey.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
DBSA seeks to create access to peer support and mental health services.