The Awards for Advancing Minority Mental Health were established in 2003 by the American Psychiatric Association Foundation (APAF) to recognize community organizations that have undertaken innovative and supportive efforts to:
- Raise awareness in underserved minority communities about mental illness including the need for early recognition, access to and the availability of treatment, and the cultural barriers to treatment.
- Increase access to quality mental health services for underserved minorities.
- Improve the quality of care for underserved minorities, particularly those in the public health system or with severe mental illness.
Since being established, APAF has recognized 107 community-based organizations with awards totaling $535,000.
Recipients of the Awards for Advancing Minority Mental Health will receive an award check in the amount of $5,000, a plaque acknowledging their receipt of this award, and recognition in APA and APAF publications and websites. In addition, award recipients and their programs will be recognized at a APAF event during the APA Annual Meeting.
To learn more about eligibility and how to apply in the future, please visit our application page.