AREAS OF ACTION
CIMH provides a forum for dialogue regarding ongoing challenges, needed resources, and ways to improve current interventions and approaches to mental health in immigrant communities. Three areas of action have been identified: Education & Outreach, Research & Data, and Advocacy.
EDUCATION & OUTREACH
Develop resources, training and educational materials about mental health. Connect organizations that support immigrant and refugee communities.
RESEARCH & DATA
Support and develop community-based research to identify gaps in services and knowledge regarding the dynamic mental health consequences of immigration status and translational research to improve services and interventions for immigrants and refugees.
ADVOCACY
Engage coalition members, community members as well as other stakeholders in advocating for positive legislative policies, programs and initiatives in support of immigrants and refugees.