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🌍 Human Rights Day 2024: Mental Health is a Human Right 🌍 On December 10, we commemorate the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a landmark moment in the global fight for equality, justice, and dignity for all. Yet, for many in BIPOC communities, the fight for basic rights—like access to mental health care—remains an uphill battle. Did you know? Mental health is recognized as a fundamental human right, yet systemic barriers, stigma, and a lack of culturally competent care prevent countless individuals from accessing the support they need. For Black and Latinx youth, these disparities are particularly pronounced, leaving them without the tools to heal and thrive. At ROH, we believe that mental health equity is a cornerstone of human rights. Through culturally aligned programs like Hip Hop Counseling Theory, we provide creative outlets for self-expression, healing, and empowerment. Our mission is to bridge the gaps that leave communities underserved and to honor the resilience of those who continue to fight for their right to wellness. ✨ This Human Rights Day, let’s commit to:  ✅ Breaking the stigma around mental health. ✅ Advocating for accessible, equitable mental health care for all. ✅ Supporting programs that uplift and empower marginalized communities. 🔗 Together, we can honor human rights by ensuring that no one is left behind. Follow us to learn how you can help bridge the gap for BIPOC youth. #HumanRightsDay #MentalHealthIsARight #ROH #CloseTheGap #BIPOCMentalHealth #MentalHealthEquity #SupportBIPOC #HealingThroughArt #BreakTheStigma #CommunityHealing #BIPOCMentalHealth #BlackMentalHealth #ClosetheGap #HealingWhileBlack #IndigenousMentalHealth #LatinxMentalHealth #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthCrisis #MentalHealthEquality #MentalHealthMatters #POCMentalHealth #ROH #RhythmsofHealing #SelfCareForPOC #StopStigma

The Joint Committee on Human Rights is undertaking scrutiny of the Mental Health Bill to assess its compatibility with international and domestic human rights standards. It is asking for views on the following (deadline 24 January): 1. The Bill will remove the power for autistic people and people with learning disabilities to be detained under section 3 of the Mental Health Act on the basis of their autism or learning disability. However, no equivalent changes are made for autistic people and people with learning disabilities under Part 3 of the Act (so-called ‘forensic’ patients). Does this differential treatment raise any concerns under Article 14 ECHR when read with Article 5 or Article 8 ECHR? 2. The Bill will allow conditions amounting to a deprivation of liberty to be applied as part of a conditional discharge (see Clause 33). a. Are there sufficient safeguards for the new deprivation of liberty conditions to be compatible with Article 5 ECHR? b. The Bill will allow these deprivation of liberty conditions to be applied retrospectively, meaning that a patient who is already conditionally discharged could be made subject to them. Does this raise any human rights concerns, particularly under Article 5 ECHR? 3. The Mental Health Act 1983 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 can both be applicable to the detention and treatment of patients with mental health conditions. Does the interaction between the two Acts raise any human rights concerns? In particular, are there any concerns that the law is insufficiently clear to fulfil the “prescribed by law” criteria in Article 5 ECHR, or to raise discrimination concerns under Article 14 ECHR? 4. Other than the issues identified in the above questions, does the Bill raise any other issues under the ECHR or the Human Rights Act 1998? 5. The UK is a party to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Does the Bill raise any concerns regarding the UK’s compliance with this convention? 6. The Bill has provisions which would apply to children as well as adults. The UK is a party to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Does the Bill raise any concerns regarding the UK’s compliance with this convention?

Did you know that 10% of people in the US have a condition that can be considered an invisible disability? Invisible disabilities can be physical, mental, or neurological. Learn more from our think piece in this week's newsletter. And check out some great resources for Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mentalhealthawareness #invisibledisabilities #asianpacificamericanheritagemonth https://lnkd.in/e3GC4p36

The promise of the Americans with DIsabilities Act (ADA) to ensure access to mental healthcare deserves amplification. The DOJ’s investigation into Michigan looks at the enforcement of the ADA and its power to protect the rights of those with mental illness. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke spoke about the role of the ADA in decriminalizing mental illness at the 2022 Sozosei Summit. https://lnkd.in/gpAAgqhh #MentalIllnessIsNotACrime

🌟 We’re honoured to be presenting at this year’s Stop DV Conference! 🌟 At Workplace Respect, we believe that stories have the power to change lives. This year, Co-Director's Kat Baulch and Jacque Lachmund are joining forces with Cameron Cliff from Capyble and Ben Bjarnesen BM CF from the LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation to explore how frontline services and educators can safely harness lived experiences to create meaningful change in responding to domestic and family violence (DFV) within the LGBTQ+ community. Central to our presentation is ‘See, Hear & Believe’, a free resource developed for frontline workers. This eLearning program amplifies the voices of LGBTQ+ victim-survivors through powerful video testimonials, offering deep insights into their experiences and needs. It’s a tool that not only educates but also inspires connection, empathy, and action. Our session will cover: 🌈 Collaborating with LGBTQ+ individuals to safely share their stories and co-design solutions. 🌈 Overcoming barriers to creating effective training for marginalised groups. 🌈 Balancing the power of storytelling with the need for engaging, actionable education. ‘See, Hear & Believe’ is more than a learning campaign; it’s a shift in how we develop and deliver training. By placing lived experiences at the centre, we’re creating community-driven solutions that prioritise safety, agency, and connection. This initiative is the result of collaboration between victim-survivors, healthcare professionals, law enforcement, and community leaders. Together, we’ve created a resource that equips frontline workers with the tools they need to support LGBTQ+ communities on their journey towards safety and healing. We’re proud to share this work and the impact it’s making – and we hope it inspires others to take action in their communities. #WorkplaceRespect #StopDVConference #SeeHearBelieve #LGBTQDFV #StoriesThatChangeLives #CommunityDrivenChange https://anzmh.asn.au/sdvc

As we prepare to mark International Maternal and Mental Health Day this May! Let's remember: Maternal health rights are crucial for ALL women, including those with disabilities. Every voice matters. Together, let's pave the way for accessible, inclusive care, ensuring no one is left behind on their journey through motherhood. On May 3rd, we're hosting the Maternal and Mental Health Summit for Women with Disabilities. #MaternalHealth #MentalHealth #InclusionMatters #NoOneLeftBehind"

Did you know that Working Within Diversity also includes establishing and practicing anti-oppressive self-care? When we work within systems of oppression, When we exist within systems of oppression, When our identites, social locations and lived experiences are shaped by systems of oppression, it is crucial we acknowledge the position of self-care in relation to minoritised and marginalised communities. When we experience oppression, we also receive messages that we don't have the value to offer ourselves self-care, that we are not important enough to be taken care of. Self-care is an act of social justice. An act of equality. An act of value. An act of self-worth that challenges the dominant group 'norm' narrative of who we are. Anti-oppressive self-care invites us not to collude in the oppressors' message of dismissing, marginalising and oppressing our selves, our needs, our worth, our value and our equality. Anti-oppressive self-care sends the message that we are valuable and worthy of being taken care of. What are you doing for your anti-oppressive self care today? #WorkingWithinDiversity #antioppressivepractice #antioppressivepractitioner #antioppressiveselfcare #selfcare #wellbeing #bankholidaymonday

A thought-provoking and stimulating chapter on anti-oppressive self-care, with great templates and reflective exercises to complete ...

Disclosing mental health disabilities at work can be particularly thorny, as this group of employees at The Cadmus Group discusses in this extended take for the WorkingNation film, “Workplace Realities: Disclosing Physical and Mental Health Disabilities.”   See why Devin Boyle might have wanted to take back her disclosure at one job, if that were possible, based upon a manager’s reaction, in this conversation featuring elements not in the final film.   Then watch the full film at https://bit.ly/4aSoq6p. #DisclosingDisabilities #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityDisclosure #a11y #VisionLoss #VisuallyImpaired #WhiteCane #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAtWork #MentalHealthAwareness #OCD #BiPolar #SubstanceUseDisorder #AbleismExists Josh Christianson Lex Huth Melissa Panzer Stephanie Tobey Jennie Sheffield Kisha Attar Malachi Adams Mariano De Luca, ADF Austin Millinder Joe Webb Curtis Craven Luis Molgaard Laura Hart George Freund Neil Fazzari Jerimiah Morey Mengfang Yang

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