Our 2023 Award Ceremony was such a special celebration of our youth filmmakers! A big thank you to the #TakeAction4MH campaign for sponsoring the event and CalMHSA and CA County & City Behavioral Health Agencies for hosting local events!

View more photos: directingchangeca.org/2023-award-cer…

Thank you, Karimah, for believing in the importance of giving back and supporting the community around you!

To view winning films created by youth across California, visit directingchangeca.org/2023-award-cer…

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What an PHENOMENAL award ceremony by DirectingChange - honoring young filmmakers who will be the next generation of suicide prevention advocates...They are really on to something!
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May is Mental Health Matters Month! Your mental health intersects with your life, school, work and relationships—so make sure your mind and emotions are supported ❤️‍🩹 Find resources here: bit.ly/3Zp7LB6

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Puedes construir tu propia comunidad con personas en las que confías y con las que te sientes seguro y que te brindan alegría. También creamos comunidades cuando trabajamos con otros hacia un objetivo o una causa compartida. Aprende más en TakeAction4MH.com/es. #TakeAction4MH

May is #MentalHealthMattersMonth ! You can Take Action For Mental Health by finding out how to #CheckIn , #LearnMore , and #GetSupport for yourself or anyone you know who is in a mental health crisis. Visit bit.ly/3p5oSvr #TakeAction4MH

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It’s #PrideMonth ! 🏳️‍🌈 A strong, affirming community can be a game-changer for mental health. How can you support LGBTQIA+ people—especially youth—in your life? #TakeAction4MH

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Today we’re sharing a selection of our 2023 Animated Short winners. Youth dedicated countless hours crafting these films to show the viewer that support always is available to those struggling with suicidal thoughts.

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May is Mental Health Matters Month 💚 and it's important to remember to prioritize self-care and take time to recharge. Seek support when you need it.

Resources: dmh.lacounty.gov/resources/

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May is Mental Health Matters Month! Your mental health intersects with your life, work and relationships—so make sure your mind and emotions are supported ❤️‍🩹 Find resources here: takeaction4mh.com/resources/ #Share4MH #TakeAction4MH #MentalHealthMattersMonth

Take some time to fill out your Mental Wellness Plan today. Identify your early warning signs, stress factors, peeps you can lean on and your self-care needs. Then refer back when needed! takeaction4mh.com/toolkit-catego… #Share4MH #TakeAction4MH #MentalHealthMattersMonth

May was mental health awareness month and the Take Action for Mental Health campaign used #LA Bus Shelters to remind Angelenos to check in, learn more, and get support for their own mental health. Act Mental Health

A big thank you to Blue Shield of CA's BlueSky youth mental health initiative for sponsoring the People’s Choice Award. Watch the films: Directingchangeca.org/2023-award-cer…

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Number 14 is scary!! 🏝️😱

So very very grateful to be partnering with you all to bring evidence to your program! (and to have the chance to wear a dress like Cinderella)...
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My Four Moods.
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Pets can reduce stress, boost your mood, and create chances to socialize—all while being ridiculously cute 🥰🐶🐈 This #PetAppreciationWeek is the *purrfect* time to spotlight how the furry, scaled, feathered faces we care for improve our lives. #TakeAction4MH

Have you tried our Mental Health Recipe Cards yet? 🗃💚 We promise you already have the ingredients. Get recipes for Reducing Stress, Mindfulness, and a Healthy Mind & Body here: takeaction4mh.com/toolkit-catego… Share which one you'll try this month. #Share4MH #TakeAction4MH

Hey bestie, it’s National Best Friends Day! Having someone to talk to can be transformative for your mental well-being. Who do you want to shout out? Share how they hold it down. Tag your bff 👇🏾 #Share4MH #TakeAction4MH #NationalBestFriendsDay

A big thank you to the Take Action for Mental Health campaign for sponsoring Mental Health Spirit Day! We appreciate all of the schools that participated.

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