This month highlights the importance of mental health and suicide prevention, focusing on reducing stigma and supporting those in crisis. Coordinated by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), it encourages open conversations and offers resources for help. Learn more at nami.org.

National Recovery Month (Recovery Month), which started in 1989, is a national observance held every September to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the nation’s strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and communities who make recovery in all its forms possible. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and… Read More »National Recovery Month

This day commemorates the lives of those lost to homicide and supports their grieving families and loved ones. Led by the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), it’s a time to reflect on justice and healing. Learn more at ovc.ojp.gov.

October is dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence and advocating for survivors. Led by organizations like the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV), it highlights resources and promotes prevention. Learn more at nnedv.org.

This week promotes education and understanding of mental illness to reduce stigma and increase access to treatment. Organized by NAMI, it encourages conversations about mental health and provides resources for individuals and families. Learn more at nami.org.

Led by the World Health Organization (WHO), this day raises global awareness about mental health issues and promotes efforts to support mental well-being worldwide. Learn more at who.int.

Observed in the U.S., this day commemorates Christopher Columbus's landing in the Americas in 1492. Some states and communities also recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day to honor Native American history and culture. Learn more at history.com.

Those who experience crime are not a monolith, and many victims of crime can experience multiple types of victimization. A one-size-fits-all approach leaves many victims, especially those experiencing intimate-partner violence, without the services and support they need. Service providers need to understand poly-victimization and how it impacts survivors’ experiences with the programs at all levels… Read More »Poly-Victimization: Connecting the Dots with Intimate Partner Violence

November honors the history, culture, and contributions of Native Americans. Spearheaded by the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), this month highlights the resilience and achievements of Indigenous communities. Learn more at https://www.nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/