The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Office of Public and Indian Housing (PIH) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are teaming up to present a series of FREE webinars this May to celebrate National Mental Health Awareness Month! The webinars will take […]
Webinar 2: 988 is Not a Joke – National Suicide Prevention Hotline Launch May 11, 2022 SAMHSA and HUD will introduce SAMHSA’s new Suicide Prevention Hotline (988). The webinar will also address suicide prevention for youth and the BIPOC community, in addition to touching on substance use. Access Code: 8477433#
Webinar 3: Get Help – Reducing Stigma Associated with Mental Health May 18, 2022 SAMHSA and HUD will focus on reducing stigma associated with mental health, to encourage those with potential mental health issues to seek professional help. This webinar will also concentrate on the BIPOC community, addressing stigma specific to these populations. Access Code: 5955873#
REGISTER NOW! WEBINAR: Monday, October 31 at 12:00 PM ET, Student Assistance Programs: An Effective Approach for Preventing Youth Substance Use presented by Mr. Robert Vincent and Ms. Erin Wick. Mr. Vincent is the Associate Administrator for Alcohol Prevention and Treatment Policy at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Ms. Wick is the Senior Director […]
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are offering a virtual training for parents, caregivers, and families on the mental health needs of children. ACF and SAMHSA are both committed to improving behavioral health (mental health and substance use) for children, youth, and families. As part […]
For LGBTQ+ youth struggling with their mental health or experiencing serious mental illness, asking for, finding, and receiving support can be challenging for various reasons. Fear, shame, non-affirming environments, and safety are all reasons LGBTQ+ youth may not seek help and eventually end up experiencing a crisis. Online spaces can be an innovative way to […]
National Prevention Week is a national public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of substance use prevention and positive mental health. We recognize that the important work of prevention happens every day. We created National Prevention Week to celebrate these year-round initiatives […]
The NCOA is presenting the sixth annual Older Adults Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium with the Administration for Community Living, the Health Resources and Services Administration, and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The full day of sessions focuses on meeting the mental health needs of older adults. Continuing education credits are available. […]
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) will host a virtual training on Wednesday, July 19, from 6 – 7 p.m. ET for parents, caregivers, and families about children’s mental health. This training will focus on anxiety and depression in children and adolescents. This training […]
According to the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), there are almost 2 million children of service members in active duty, National Guard, and Reserves. Additionally, it is estimated that 2 million children and youth are of post-9/11 Veterans. School-aged children of military and Veteran families have unique experiences that can create challenges in educational and […]
Note: The events contained in this calendar are subject to change without notice by their respective organizers. Refer to each event's website for updates.