GA AIMH

06/20/2025

The 2025 Georgia Child Health Conference—formerly known as the Babies Can’t Wait Conference—has broadened its scope to include all child health programs under the Georgia Department of Public Health.

This year’s conference will be held virtually to increase accessibility and bring together professionals, advocates, and caregivers committed to providing high-quality services and supports for children with special healthcare needs and disabilities.

Through interactive breakout sessions, panels, and workshops, participants will engage with timely topics including early intervention, service coordination, advocacy, and childhood mental health.

Don’t wait—register today! https://t.gsu.edu/4kNm12g

05/06/2025

Georgia Children’s Mental Health Day at the Capitol is this Thursday, May 8th, from 8 AM to 12:30 PM at the Georgia Freight Depot in Atlanta, GA! This annual event shines a light on the importance of children’s mental health and advocates for stronger, more accessible mental health services for youth across Georgia. Organized by the Georgia Parent Support Network in partnership with the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, the event convenes commissioners, legislators, behavioral health professionals, youth leaders, family advocates, and community members for meaningful dialogue, resource sharing, and networking opportunities. This event is FREE and all are welcome to attend and take part in advancing children’s mental health in Georgia!

05/06/2025

GA-AIMH’s mission is to promote the mental health of infants, young children, and their families as a foundation for healthy development. One of the key ways we pursue this mission is through education and raising awareness about the social and emotional needs of young children.
 
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) refers to the developing capacity of children from birth to age five to experience, manage, and express a full range of emotions; form secure and nurturing relationships; and actively explore and learn from their environment. These capacities are shaped within the context of caregiving relationships and influenced by family, community, and cultural expectations.
 
Anyone who touches the lives of babies, young children, and their families plays a vital role in promoting early relational health. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, educator, healthcare provider, or community leader, your interactions can support the development of safe, stable, and nurturing relationships that are essential for a child’s healthy emotional and social development. By recognizing the power of relationships in the earliest years, we can all contribute to building strong foundations for lifelong well-being.
 

05/05/2025

Children’s Mental Health Week, brought to you by DECAL, kicks off today!

This important week shines a spotlight on the mental well-being of young children and honors the incredible work of early care and learning professionals who support children and their families every day.

Visit https://www.decal.ga.gov/PreK/ChildrensMentalHealthWeek.aspx to explore resources, activities, and more information about Children’s Mental Health Week.

04/15/2025

GA-AIMH is thrilled to join DECAL in celebrating the 5th annual Children’s Mental Health Week, taking place May 5–9, 2025. This week is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of young children’s mental health and emotional well-being. It serves as a reminder of how essential nurturing relationships are to healthy development—and as an opportunity to recognize and honor the invaluable impact that caregivers and early learning professionals have in supporting young children’s mental health.

04/11/2025

2025 GA-AIMH Conference
Save the Date: November 12, 2025
Location: Georgia State University | Atlanta, GA
More Details Coming Soon

01/24/2025

01/01/2025

A New Year, A New Window of Opportunity!

Early childhood is a critical window of opportunity—a time when nurturing relationships and supportive environments shape the foundation for a lifetime of growth and success.

As we step into 2025, we are reminded that the New Year offers its own window of opportunity—a moment to reflect, recommit, and further advance our mission to drive meaningful change.

Together, let’s embrace this year with renewed dedication to building a future where every child thrives.

#2025

12/25/2024

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with peace, happiness, and cherished memories! Happy Holidays!

12/03/2024

In this season of giving, your generosity can help shape a brighter future for young children and their families. This , support our efforts to equip Georgia’s early childhood workforce with essential resources and professional development, ensuring every child in Georgia has the best possible start in life. Click the link in our bio to give today!

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! In this season of gratitude, we pause to reflect on our community—our partners, advocates, and families. We are deeply thankful for your partnership and steadfast commitment to supporting children and families in Georgia. May your day, and the days ahead, be filled with peace, love, and joy.

11/21/2024

It’s hard to believe it’s been a little over a week since we gathered for the third annual GA-AIMH conference. As we reflect on that incredible day, we are overwhelmed with gratitude. The atmosphere was vibrant—filled with passion, knowledge, and meaningful connections.

From Dr. Avivah McPherson’s inspiring keynote to the engaging learning sessions and thought-provoking panels, the day was a powerful reminder of the strength found in community and shared purpose. We left not only with new insights but with a renewed sense of joy and determination to continue this vital work.

Our deepest thanks go to the remarkable speakers, generous sponsors, devoted partners, and every attendee who brought their energy and dedication to the event. Together, we’ve cultivated something truly special—a compassionate community united in supporting the mental health of young children and their families.

Stay tuned for more photos and highlights as we relive the inspiring moments that made the day unforgettable!