Social Justice Resources
On this page, we will be sharing resources for education, ways to get involved and act up for change, organizations to donate to, and more. The Regional Board of Directors will work to continuously compile relevant and educational content to be shared on this page.
Here is a dropbox for you to submit your own resources, ideas, questions, etc., for the RBD relating to social justice. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to our CO for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | ne_diversity@nacurh.org
AAPI | BLM | Indigenous American | More
Disclaimer: NACURH is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization; a non-partisan organization. NEACURH will continue to provide articles, media, etc., but will work to not publish anything explicitly partisan on our website or social media accounts. We encourage our members to express themselves politically and to stand against injustice and inequality.
Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Resources
SAMHSA’s National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrations (SAMHSA)’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
How to Handle Coronavirus
Anxious about coronavirus? Reach out to a Crisis Counselor. HERE
National Asian American Pacific Islanders Mental Health Association
The mission of the NAAPIMHA is to promote the mental health and well-being of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Since its founding, NAAPIMHA strives to raise awareness of the role of mental health in an individual’s health and well-being, especially in Asian American Pacific Islander communities throughout the country.
Education
Black + AAPI History and Resource
A BOLD Conversation w/ HAAPI Resources for continued learning HERE.
Black Lives Matter Resources
Mental Health
Support the Black Lives Matter Movement and BIPOC
Mental Health and Self Care Resources for People of Color by the National Association on Mental Illness (NAMI) Massachusetts, HERE
Black Emotional and Mental Health (BEAM) Crisis Hotline
Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team is a mental health service that provides immediate response emergency mental health evaluations and crises services. In many areas they offer an alternative to calling 911, as professionals who will respond will often be trained in managing mental health crises and distress.
Indigenous American Resources
More Educational Resources
Student Homelessness
Student Homelessness and Basic Needs Insecurity
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Around 3 in 5 college students faced some form of basic needs insecurity in 2020.
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Two-year college students consistently report higher rates of housing and food insecurity.
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Those at highest risk of basic needs insecurity include LGBTQ+ and Indigenous students.
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Students experiencing homelessness still can get federal financial aid for college.
Food Insecurity
Check out our Regional Philanthropy page for a comprehensive list of what food insecurity is, educational content, and resources to utilize
Talking About Mental Health
To read an article about talking about mental heath, click here