Breaking Down Barriers: The STAR Program’s “Stop Mental Health Stigma” Campaign

• By: Michelle Melendez, MS, LCSW, CHC Jose Iorio The STAR Health Center
• April 24th, 2024
• advocacy, community engagement, education, empowerment, inclusivity, mental health stigma, outreach, social media, Spring 2024 Issue, stigma, stigma reduction, support
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In an era where mental health discussions are often shrouded in misunderstandings and misconceptions, the “Stop Mental Health Stigma” campaign emerges as a beacon of hope and enlightenment. Spearheaded by the STAR Program at SUNY Downstate Health and Sciences University and...

Devereux Florida Student Volunteers Donate Time and Talents to Support Youth in Need

• By: Lindsey Phillips Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
• January 5th, 2022
• behavioral healthcare, community engagement, volunteer, Winter 2022 Issue, young leaders
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At Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, volunteers play an integral role, donating their time and talents to help the nonprofit change lives and empower those it serves to achieve their full and unique potential. Devereux is one of the nation’s largest organizations providing services,...