CORE made the following announcement:
Formerly known as CHNA17, one of many community health networks providing general community-based services in Massachusetts, the organization has expanded its current focus to address the imperatives of racial equity in community mental health. We have renamed it CORE (Coalition for Racial Equity and Mental Health) for clarity. We support you.
On April 28, CORE will host a launch party to share with the public a program that reimagines mental health support in communities of color in Cambridge, Somerville, Arlington, Watertown, Waltham, and Belmont. The vigil will be held at the Arlington Community Center, 27 Maple Street, Arlington, from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. There’s food, music, and a connection to Community Mental Health, his supporters, fellows, and steering committee who are committed to advancing racial equity in mental health. “This event is a great way for both long-time supporters and new friends to connect with others interested in racial equity and mental health while also connecting with our mission and exciting new ideas,” said Interim Planning Director Pietra Cech. This is an opportunity to learn about and support the work that people do.”
Those interested in attending can register for the event at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/core-mental-health-launch-party-tickets-858289395687.
CORE Mental Health is a nonprofit coalition working to advance racial equity in mental health at the organizational and individual levels through innovative community collaboration.
“Our health care system was built for white people, but it has historically harmed black patients,” said CORE Steering Committee Chair Betty Birx. They don’t even see a therapist, let alone a therapist. It’s reported that only 4% of psychologists and 2% of psychiatrists are black, making them inaccessible and in a hostile health care system. , Black people will continue to rely on trusted people in their communities, and CORE’s flagship program addresses this need.”
At the individual level, fellowship program We provide financial and networking support to Black graduate students in mental health degree programs.of Community mental health supporter The program will create a community of practice among Black hairstylists, barbers, and pastors who will be equipped to support community members who come to them with substance abuse and mental health issues. At the organizational level, CORE offers several different trainings to help organizations take steps toward racial equity. For more information about CORE, please visit https://core-mental-health.org/.
