Addressing the Youth Mental Health Crisis

Our children are facing a mental health crisis, your support can make a difference!

Since the pandemic, 69% of public schools have reported an increase in the percentage of students seeking mental health services at school. 1 in 5 youth experience mental health challenges, yet lack of access to support leaves them struggling in silence. This continues to have a  devastating impact on their academic success, well-being, and future potential. Educators and mental health professionals within schools are on the frontlines, without the critical resources to provide the needed support. Every child deserves to feel valued and supported in their learning environments, and all other places.

WAYS YOUR SUPPORT WILL HELP CRJE & SCHOOL DISTRICTS PARTNERS:

Provide support for Educators and Mental Health Professionals on the Frontlines: School professionals are often the first to recognize signs of distress in students, but limited resources and training can leave them feeling unequipped.

Create Youth-Adult Partnerships in Schools for Promoting Mental Health in Schools: Address the youth mental health crisis by working directly with youth and the adults who serve them in schools.

Create Communities of Care for Black Male Youth: Black students are 20% more likely than their peers to experience mental health problems, and suicide among Black male youth has risen 60% over the past two decades.

Together, we can create inclusive and supportive school environments where students feel safe to express themselves and seek help when needed.