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Minority Mental Health Month
Mental health conditions do not discriminate.
Not across race, gender, ethnicity, economics, nor politics.
Brain diseases don’t ask questions.
We work very hard every day to make sure our services are accessible to as many people as possible. Anyone can experience the challenges of mental illness, regardless of their background.
However, background and identity can make access to mental health treatment much more difficult. In 2008, July was established as Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to address this disparity.
Our beliefs, norms, values, and language affect how we perceive and experience mental health conditions. We know that non-white racial and ethnic minority groups face additional barriers that prevent them from receiving care, such as higher levels of stigma, misinformation about mental health, and language.
Even when members of these groups are able to access treatment, they often receive poorer quality care due to lack of cultural competence, bias, and inadequate resources on the part of mental health care providers. This results in misdiagnosis, dropping out of treatment, and a longer time to achieve recovery. However, when a mental health professional does take into account cultural needs and differences, outcomes can be significantly improved.
Although everyone’s experience is unique, having information and knowledge about resources specific to your community can help you get better treatment.
Public Education Event
Asian American Identity and Mental Health with Michelle Yang
On Wednesday, July 30, from 6-7:30 PM, author and advocate, Michelle Yang joins NAMI-NYC during Minority Mental Health Month to discuss the intersection of identity, mental health, and body image for the BIPOC community. This event will include:
- Readings from her book ‘PHOENIX GIRL: HOW A FAT ASIAN WITH BIPOLAR FOUND LOVE’
- Personal stories of Michelle’s lived experience with mental illness and her experience with NAMI
- Conversation around dismantling stigma surrounding mental health in BIPOC communities
- Information and resources for peers and family members
Classes
De Persona a Persona
De Persona a Persona en español es un curso gratuito de 8 semanas para adultos que viven con afecciones de salud mental que quieren entender mejor su condición y iniciar el camino hacia la recuperación.
De Familia a Familia
De Familia a Familia es el curso, reconocido y cientificamente probado, ofrecido por 8 semanas para familiares de individuos con severas enfermedades mentales. El curso se presenta por familiares entrenados. Toda la instrucción y los materiales del curso son gratis para los participants.
Bases y Fundamentos
Bases y Fundamentos, es un curso educativo y gratuito llevado acabo durante seis semanas. Este curso es para padres o familiares que cuiden de un niño o adolescente que tiene alguna condición o síntomas emocional o de salud mental.
Peer-to-Peer for the Black Community
Peer-to-Peer for the Black Community is a free, 8-week class for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery.
Family-to-Family for the Black Community
Family-to-Family for the Black Community is a free, 8-week class for family, significant others, and friends of people living with mental illness.
Family-to-Family 家庭互助
家庭互助是一门免费的为期8周的课程，专为心理疾病患者的家庭成员、亲人和朋友而设。
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Monthly Support Groups
Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI)
For people who identify as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) and are living with any mental health challenge. This includes South Asians, East Asians, Southeast Asians, North Asians, Middle East Asians, and Pacific Islanders. 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 6 to 7:30pm ET.
Connect via Zoom
- To join with Zoom, click here.
- To join by phone, dial 646-558-8656, Meeting ID: 896 2769 5201, Password: 077578
Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Family & Friends
For people who identify as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) and have a loved one who is living with any mental health challenge. This includes South Asians, East Asians, Southeast Asians, North Asians, Middle East Asians, and Pacific Islanders. 1st Wednesday, 6 to 7:30pm ET.
Connect via Zoom
- To join with Zoom, click here.
- To join by phone, dial 646-558-8656, Meeting ID: 481 431 782, Password: 074801
Black Minds Matter
Peer support for people who identify as Black and are living with mental illness or any mental health condition. 2nd & 4th Friday, 6 to 7:30pm.
Connect via Zoom
- To join with video, click here.
- To join by phone, dial 646-558-8656, Meeting ID: 868 9802 0716, Password: 626651
Black Minds Matter Family & Friends
Peer support for people who identify as Black and have a loved one living with mental illness or any mental health condition. 1st & 3rd Monday, 6:30 to 8:00pm ET.
Connect via Zoom
- To join with Zoom, click here
- To join by phone, dial 646-558-8656, Meeting ID: 819 0686 4354, Passcode: 254130
Spanglish (Virtual)
Spanglish is for adults who identify as Hispanic, Latina, Latine, or Latino and are living with mental health issues. 2nd and 4th Thursday, 6-7:30pm ET. Closed Captioning is available.
- To join with Zoom, click here.
- To join by phone, dial 646-558-8656, Meeting ID: 872 3506 2643, Passcode: 536326.
Spanglish Family & Friends (Virtual)
For adults who speak Spanish and have a loved one living with emotional problems. 3rd Tuesdays, 6-7:30 PM ET. Closed captioning is available. Are you close to someone struggling with emotional problems? Connect with others who are experiencing the same unique challenges within their families and community. This group is conducted in English and Spanish.
- To join with Zoom, click here.
- To join by phone, dial 646-558-8656, Meeting ID: 872 3506 2643, Passcode: 536326
Report: Mental Health Family Support for BIPOC New Yorkers
As a part of our anti-stigma grant with NYS Office of Mental Health, we conducted field work throughout New York City to determine baseline attitudes about mental health within the Latino community. We discovered so much more.
Funding is provided in part by the CVS Health Foundation