07/01/2025
In July 2008, the U.S. House of Representatives designated July as Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a recognition that remains significant today. Many also refer to this month as Mental Health Month, highlighting the unique experiences of specific racial and ethnic groups, as well as individuals with intersectional identities, including those who are multiracial and LGBTQIA+. During this time, we focus on the mental health challenges faced by these communities, who often encounter profound disparities and systemic barriers to care. Our shared goal is to foster understanding, break down stigma, enhance access to quality mental health services, and ultimately improve outcomes for these often-overlooked populations. Together, we can create a supportive environment where everyoneâs mental health matters.
âCampbell understood that mental health isnât just about individual healing â itâs about community transformation. She knew that when those who have been unseen and unheard share their truths, they create ripples of hope that reach far beyond themselves. Her vision was radical yet simple: creating spaces where cultural wisdom meets modern understanding, where lived experiences become guideposts for others walking similar paths.â National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI, 2025)