The National Network to Eliminate Disparities in Behavioral Health (NNED) is a network of community-based organizations focused on the mental health and substance use issues of diverse racial and ethnic communities. The NNED supports information sharing, training, and technical assistance towards the goal of promoting behavioral health equity.
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GOVERNMENT
- Intervention Research to Improve Native American Health
January 7, 2024
- Risk and Protective Factors of Family Health and Family Level Interventions
October 6, 2024
- Rigorous Evaluation of Primary and Secondary Overdose Prevention Activities Among Populations Disproportionately Affected by Overdose
December 2, 2024
- Effectiveness Research to Prevent Polysubstance-Impaired Driving
December 2, 2024
- Formative Research of Community-led Primary Prevention Approaches to Address Elevated Risk of Intimate Partner Violence & Sexual Violence
December 2, 2024
- Rigorous Evaluation of Primary and Secondary Overdose Prevention Activities Among Populations Disproportionately Affected by Overdose
December 2, 2024
- Grants to Support New Investigators in Conducting Research Related to Preventing Interpersonal Violence Impacting Children and Youth
December 2, 2024
FOUNDATION
- National Community Cares Corps
December 11, 2024
- Innovative Research to Advance Racial Equity
December 31, 2024
- Healthy Alaska Natives Foundation Grants
December 31, 2024
- Evidence for Action: Innovative Research to Advance Racial Equity
December 31, 2024
- Pioneering Ideas: Exploring the Future to Build a Culture of Health
December 31, 2024
- Daniel’s Fund Grants
December 31, 2024
- Grants Facilitate Empowerment of People With Disabilities
December 31, 2024
REGIONAL
- Washington Women’s Foundation: Collective Grants
December 6, 2024
- Reducing Overdose Deaths in California through Prevention, Treatment and Harm Reduction Strategies led by Multi-Sector Coalitions
December 6, 2024
- Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority: Nonprofit Grant Program
December 19, 2024
- The Block Foundation Sustainable Community Grant
December 31, 2024
- The Colorado Health Foundation Rapid Response: Advocacy Grant
December 31, 2024
- The Colorado Health Foundation Building and Bridging Connections Funding
December 31, 2024
- Pacers Foundation Grant
December 31, 2024
RECENT NEWS
Black Therapists Face Increased Challenges
11/25/24
Black mental health professionals are critical in addressing challenges related to mental and behavioral health care in African American communities, including accessibility, relatability, cultural competency and more. However, while they are treasured …
Clubhouses Offer Potential Solutions for Those With Severe Mental Illness
11/22/24
New York City’s clubhouses — member-run facilities that offer support to those with serious mental health conditions — are proving that recovery and rehabilitation are possible, with some lawmakers like Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., hoping to expand t …
How One Massachusetts Maternal Mental Health Program Scaled Across the Country
11/20/24
Maternal mental health conditions are among the most prevalent complications during pregnancy and the postpartum period. There is also a significant economic burden associated with maternal mental health, costing $14 billion annually. However, there ar …
CALENDAR
Coping During Times of Crisis: Creating Stability When Life Is Unstable
12/03/24
Climate change, political unrest, acts of violence, natural disasters–sometimes it feels as though the world is in a constant state of chaos. Traumatic events have an impact on everyone’s mental health. For individuals living with serious mental illnes …
Prevention Ethics, an Enhanced Prevention Learning Series – December 2024
12/03/24
This two-week, four-session series offers an interactive experience that explores the six principles of the Prevention Code of Ethics using realistic examples designed to strengthen participants’ abilities to manage challenging situations in their work …
Helping Children Thrive: Strategies to Support Children’s Mental Health
12/03/24
In the United States, 1 in 5 children and adolescents have a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral disorder. A recent report estimated that the adolescent behavioral health crisis will cost up to $185 billion in lifetime medical costs. Mental …