Steel Smiling
I am excited about my upcoming 47th Birthday. This year I am raising funds to support 2019 community programming with Steel Smiling PGH.
About the project
The mission of Steel Smiling is to bridge the gap between community members and mental health support through education, advocacy and awareness.
Expose 100% of black adults in Pittsburgh to 1 mental health engagement that improves their quality of life by 2030.
https://www.steelsmilingpgh.org/
The Steps
Our programming includes: Mental Health Awareness Month Training Blitz, Suicide Prevention Month Forum and Beams to Bridges.
Since launching in 2015, here are some of our highlights:
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39 hours of free individual and group street therapy conversations provided by a licensed mental health practitioner for 39 community members.
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Provided 658 community members, mental health practitioners, high school and college students with 55 hours of psycho-education.
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Provided 134 community members, leaders and educators with Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Certifications.
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Referred 65 community members to mental health care providers and practitioners.
Why we‘re doing it
I am very passionate about the opportunity of individuals receiving quality services (especially those that don't have access or can't afford services).