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News National Council, CDC, Ad Council and Shatterproof Launch ‘Start With Hope’ Campaign

The Ad Council, in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Council for Mental Wellbeing and Shatterproof, is inspiring millions to “Start With Hope” in a national public service advertisement campaign. This vital new effort aims to deliver a message of hope to those living with…

News National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Leading Mental Health and Substance Use Advocacy Organizations Urge Congress to Act

The mental health and substance use care community and thousands of advocates called on policymakers to swiftly pass legislation.

News A Vision for the Future of Mental Health and Substance Use Care Through CCBHCs

The National Council today published a first-of-its-kind resource for organizations and states working to leverage the CCBHC model.

News President Biden, Senator Stabenow Tout Success of CCBHCs

President Biden and Senator Stabenow highlight the need to expand access to mental health and substance use care services nationwide.

News One Year Into 988, Sustained Investment Needed to Expand Crisis Care System, Mental Health Workforce

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has transformed access to mental health crisis services, providing millions with timely, lifesaving care.

News National Council Names New Board Officers, Regional Directors

On July 3, the National Council for Mental Wellbeing announced the appointment of newly elected officers and regional directors to its board of directors.

News National Council to Honor Four Distinguished Recipients with Awards of Excellence

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing will present its prestigious Awards of Excellence to four distinguished recipients during NatCon23.

News New Study: Behavioral Health Workforce Shortage Will Negatively Impact Society

Without public policy changes, provider organizations won’t be able to meet the demand for mental health or substance use treatment and care.

News National Council for Mental Wellbeing Welcomes Debbian Fletcher-Blake to Board of Directors

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing is pleased to announce that Debbian Fletcher-Blake, APRN, FNP, will join its Board of Directors.

News National Council for Mental Wellbeing Names Mohini Venkatesh Chief of Staff

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing today announced the appointment of Mohini Venkatesh, MPH, as its first-ever chief of staff.