July: Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
As a BIPOC therapist, I’m deeply committed to shedding light on the unique mental health challenges that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) face.
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, dedicated to focusing on the mental health needs and experiences within BIPOC communities.
Addressing Barriers to Mental Health Care
Fear of judgment, cultural beliefs, generational differences, and limited access to resources often prevent people of color from seeking mental health support.
As Bebe Moore Campbell wisely said, “The stigma surrounding mental health is a barrier that must be broken for healing to begin.”
Open and sincere conversations are essential to overcoming these barriers and promoting mental wellness.
Taking Action This July
Let’s take proactive steps this July to enhance mental health support in BIPOC communities. Mental Health America offers a free BIPOC Mental Health Toolkit with resources like handouts, outreach ideas, and social media assets.
As Adam Ant rightly emphasized, “Mental health needs a great deal of attention. It’s the final taboo and it needs to be faced and dealt with.”
Creating an Inclusive Environment
“By sharing our stories and mutual support, we can foster an inclusive environment that places priority on mental health awareness within BIPOC communities.”
Together, by sharing our stories and supporting one another, we can cultivate an inclusive environment that prioritizes mental health awareness among BIPOC communities.
Learn More and Get Involved
Explore the BIPOC Mental Health Toolkit at [mhanational.org/july](https://mhanational.org/july) and visit the BIPOC Mental Health Resource Center at [mhanational.org/bipoc](https://mhanational.org/bipoc) to learn more and get involved.
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