strategic
initiatives
Gala proceeds will help fund the following initiatives:
*these initiatives will be completed with assistance from partners and subject matter experts
INITIATIVE 1:
Reduce stigma and normalize discussions surrounding mental health through community engagement and education
Initiative 2:
Improve identification of mental health issues and access to care in the South Asian American (SAA) community
Community Engagement & Education
300+ posts of SAA mental health educational content & photo/video content from SAAFC events in 2023
Educational Events/Seminars
Host workshops (75-100 ppl) on mental health themes among the SAA community
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Annual "Healing through Art" Gala
150+ person event with panelist discussion on SAA mental health challenges and art, SAA art market, and interactive art exhibit
Adaptation of Screening Tools
Adapt screening tool with additional questions to adequately assess SAA population
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Development of App and Referral process
Create an application to host the adapted screening tools and pathway for analysis of results/referrals
App Launch and Promotion
Plan a promotional live launch event to promote and demonstrate the application
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