Advancing Mental Health Equity in K-12 and Higher Education: How Can Research Support Anti-Racism Efforts?

The Healthy Minds Network hosted a Fall Mental Health Research Symposium entitled, Advancing Mental Health Equity in K-12 and Higher Education: How Can Research Support Anti-Racism Efforts?. This year’s symposium brought together approximately 80 people—including researchers, clinicians, campus practitioners, entrepreneurs, advocates, students, and others—to discuss anti-racism efforts as they relate to student mental health. The event focused on how individuals and organizations can advance mental health equity and research with an anti-racism lens. 

The presentations presented by the Healthy Minds Network, the Steve Fund, and EVERFI discussed the disparities that exist in K-12 and postsecondary settings. Additionally, the discussion sessions uncovered important ideas and issues that can and should be addressed through research and practice.

If you could not attend the symposium or would like to review the materials, you can access the symposium slides, recording, and minutes from the large group discussion below. 

Thank you for your participation and continued support!