Commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of the resilience and perseverance of the Black American community. Importantly as we celebrate Freedom Day, we also reflect on the progress that must continue to create a society that is more equal and more free. Acadia is committed to doing our part to honor the lived experiences of the Black community and – through partnerships like The Jason Foundation, Inc. and NAMI – continues to work toward greater mental and behavioral health equity for all those in need.
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Huge news! 📣 After an in-depth, eight-month partnership with the Gallup Center on Black Voices, we are launching new findings from the EMBRACE Project, and the data is clear: Black youth need better when looking for a forever family in the foster care system. Together, we can change the narrative and create a system that cares for all! Dive into the full study now https://lnkd.in/dexPncw4
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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
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From addressing health disparities and criminal justice reform to encouraging more diversity in tech fields, here are just a few organizations doing important work in the Black community that can always use support, during Black History Month and beyond: https://lnkd.in/eR-TH_-R
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#BlackHistoryMonth is a time to reflect and explore how race, racism and mental health intersect among Black people in the UK. Black History Month is important because it recognises and celebrates the contributions and experiences of Black people in the UK. It’s an opportunity to: 🔸Raise awareness about the history of Black communities 🔸Combat racism 🔸Promote inclusivity 🔸Inspire positive social change 🔸It serves as a reminder that Black history is an integral part of the UK’s history and culture. But it’s more than a month. We need to think about this every month of the year. If you're struggling and need support, speak to us 💙 #MentalHealthMatters #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness
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At the PM Foundation we're committed to the development of more culturally competent providers and those with shared lived experiences. Join the movement to support scholarships for the next generation of Black Mental Health professionals. Generational trauma in the Black community reflects a poignant narrative shaped by the historical injustices of slavery, systemic racism, and ongoing social disparities. The echoes of past traumas reverberate through generations, impacting individuals and families on both psychological and societal levels. From the brutal legacy of slavery to the Jim Crow era and persistent racial inequality, the Black community has faced enduring challenges that have left an indelible mark. This trauma manifests in various forms, affecting mental health, socio-economic opportunities, and overall well-being. However, amidst the shadows of adversity, there is resilience and strength. Many in the Black community are actively engaged in healing practices, dialogue, and community support, embracing a collective journey towards breaking the chains of generational trauma and forging a path towards empowerment and equality. Acknowledging and addressing this trauma is a crucial step in fostering a more just and inclusive future. Join the movement and contribute today: https://lnkd.in/eUgMWSkT
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Today, we commemorate the history of Black slaves freed in Texas by Union troops more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth is celebrated as a marker of the end of slavery; however, we acknowledge that its oppressive legacy lives on. Racism embedded in our housing, criminal justice, education, employment, and other systems continues to have wide ranging impacts on Black Americans. Today Black households make up only 19% of our general population in Dallas and Collin counties yet represent a staggering 57% of our unhoused population because of these systemic inequities. Today and every day, the ongoing fight for racial equity is front of mind for all of us at the All-Neighbors Coalition. As a system we have committed to being intentional and proactive in ensuring that we, ourselves, are not perpetuating these inequities. We've set a shared vision for advancing racial equity and must continue taking action to identify and carefully address these disparities. As we spend today celebrating the holiday, we also take this opportunity to reflect and renew our commitment to this work.
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Youth Social Action Manager at YoungMinds | Trainee Therapeutic Wellbeing Practitioner | Award-winning community builder, advocate, writer and creative facilitator 🌻
I co-wrote and published an article in Journal of Family Therapy with Systemic Therapist Taiwo Afuape to advocate for anti-racist, healing-centred approaches and radical changes to our health, legal and care systems based on restorative and healing justice. Working with Taiwo was an honour. Together, we shared stories, connected around our shared experiences, addressed ways we can disrupt harmful systems and bring about visions for radical change, centring racial and social justice. Beyond Solidarity with Black Lives Matter: Drawing on liberation psychology and transformative justice to address institutional and community violence in young Black lives https://lnkd.in/eMt7SFei
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Come join us as we engage in a conversation about unpacking the heaviness of racial stress and trauma and discuss how to thrive in your environments. This conversation is for Black professionals who holds any role in organizations. #stress #racialttrauma #professionaldevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #heartwork #community Register Here 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/g4FhM2q6
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Dr. danyelle beal will share her story of trauma to triumph as the conversation covers racial stress and trauma in the Black community. This space is curated for Black professionals as we discuss steps to thrive individually and collectively. You are welcome to join us. See you there!
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1moA meaningful corporate acknowledgment. Keep up the good work Acadia!