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Advocates pushing for the passage of Daniel s Law, one that would mandate mental health professionals, not police, respond to crisis calls statewide, remain steadfast and even optimistic.
Activists from Free the People Roc wrapped up a week of advocacy related to Daniel s Law and Black mental health causes with a Black Mental Health Matters gathering Saturday morning at Parcel 5 downtown, a spot they ve re-named Daniel Prude Square in honor of the 41-year-old Black man who died in March 2020 while in the throes of a mental health crisis at the hands of Rochester police officers.
The event included perspective on mental health resources, an update on the law from the two state lawmakers who are co-sponsoring the legislation, a walk, and an art installation.
Gay Agenda • May 14, 2021
May 14, 2021 |
The Gay Agenda
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Perth and Kinross wellbeing and crisis charities mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2021
The PA caught up with groups in the region that have been helping those struggling over the past 14 months
From left, Sharon Thomas of The Lighthouse for Perth, Roxanne Kerr of Trauma Healing Together and Alex McClintock of Andys Man Club Perth
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Social media accounts use platform to break down mental health stigmas
Social media can be a toxic world at times but during the pandemic, it’s how many people have stayed connected. Author: Molly Brewer Updated: 6:09 AM EDT May 11, 2021
Social media can be a toxic world at times but during the pandemic, it’s how many people have stayed connected.
For some, posts on sites like Instagram and TikTok have become platforms for breaking down mental health stigmas.
“Especially during COVID, I think it’s really hard to be reminded that other people are going through the same struggles,” said Maddie Harris, co-president of Mental Health Matters OSU, a student organization at the Ohio State University.