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Read more about One Mind Accelerator Programming Event

One Mind Accelerator Programming Event

May 1, 2024

The Commission’s Executive Director, Toby Ewing, Ph.D., participated in the One Mind Accelerator programming event. These programming sessions “empower founders with the catalytic tools- network, education, and capital- to build robust, scalable, and...
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Read more about Community Resilience: Uniting for Mental Health Equity in Bay Area

Community Resilience: Uniting for Mental Health Equity in Bay Area

Apr 30, 2024

Community educational event bringing together members of the AAPI Bay Area community to learn about the impacts of SB 43, CARE Courts, and Prop 1. Members of the community shared input on how to address the impacts.
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Read more about CalMatters Live Panel

CalMatters Live Panel

Apr 29, 2024

The Commission’s Executive Director, Toby Ewing, Ph.D., spoke on a Cal Matters Live panel. The panel discussion included “From CARE Court to mental health parity to redefining “grave disability,” the state has recently undertaken a flurry of...
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Read more about Universal Mental Health Screening (UMHS) Listening Session

Universal Mental Health Screening (UMHS) Listening Session

Apr 26, 2024

The Commission is conducting a series of listening sessions to gather input from young people about universal mental health screenings in schools. The first of these sessions will be conducted in collaboration with NAMI California On Campus Clubs, who represent...
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Read more about Parents and Caregivers for Wellness Advocacy Day at the Capitol

Parents and Caregivers for Wellness Advocacy Day at the Capitol

Apr 26, 2024

Parent and caregiver community members will have the opportunity to advocate for children’s mental health rights with state representatives at the State Capitol. Community members will advocate for AB 2711.  
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