The San Francisco State University-based Family Acceptance Project (FAP) has launched a new program to prevent suicide and homelessness among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) youth in Utah. Building on work that the FAP has done in partnership with agencies and religious leaders in Utah, the new program focuses on increasing the likelihood that […]
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Congolese and Somali Beliefs about Mental Health Services
Despite high levels of traumatic exposure, refugees often do not seek mental health services upon resettlement. The purpose of this study was to examine both concepts of mental illness in addition to attitudes and beliefs about treatment as well as potential barriers to accessing mental health services. To that end, qualitative research was done using […]
Improving HIV Surveillance and Prevention Intervention Efforts among Hispanic or Latino Migrant Communities
The National HIV/AIDS Strategy (NHAS) aims to reduce the number of people who become infected with HIV, increase access to care and optimize health outcomes for people living with HIV, and reduce HIV-related health disparities. The NHAS calls for intensifying culturally appropriate HIV prevention efforts for Hispanics or Latinos due to the increased burden of […]
Webinar Recording in English and En Espanol: Barriers & Challenges in meeting the Health Coverage Needs of Latino Youth and Young Adults
With the creation of the Affordable Care Act, nearly all low-income uninsured Latino adolescents and young adults are now eligible for medical benefits, however, millions still lack coverage. This webinar presents the common barriers, stigmas and challenges that may inhibit enrollment, and offers steps to overcome these barriers. Con la creación de la nueva ley […]
The Black Church and HIV: The Social Justice Imperative
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) conducted a year-long, 11-city research tour with over 250 faith leaders across denominations to identify best practices and challenges when addressing HIV within the Black Church. With this collected research and insight from the HIV manual advisory committee, they developed The Black Church and HIV: […]
Behavioral Health Providers Engaging Cultural Networks in Wellness Partnerships
NNEDLearn 2013 Participant: Vaughn Associates Description: Faith Wellness Partnerships work in partnership with primarily African American and Latino churches and mosques located in the community. Mental Health professionals collaborate with clergy on health and wellness behavior change initiatives. The wellness programs have been successful in accomplishing: Depression and stress reduction workshops for congregations Health fairs […]