Congressman Jamaal Bowman recently spearheaded the introduction of the ACCESS in Mental Health Act, an initiative aimed at addressing the critical shortage in the nation’s mental health workforce. Joined by esteemed partners such as Que Paso Latinx, NAMI, Young Invincibles, HACU, and APA, Bowman championed the need for investments in a culturally competent mental health workforce.
It was so incredible to be joined by our amazing partners, Que Paso Latinx, @namicommunicate, @younginvincible, @hacunews, and @apa to introduce our ACCESS in Mental Health Act today! Now let’s pass this bill and make investments in a culturally competent mental health workforce. pic.twitter.com/VmYA309eQG
— Congressman Jamaal Bowman (@RepBowman) April 10, 2024
Mary Lawal, a NAMI Next Gen member, stood alongside Rep. Bowman on Capitol Hill, emphasizing the importance of increasing the number of diverse and culturally responsive mental health providers. NAMI expressed its support for Rep. Bowman’s bill, highlighting their ongoing commitment to improving equitable access to care through initiatives like the Community Health Equity Alliance.
NAMI Next Gen member Mary Lawal joined @RepBowman on Capitol Hill today for the introduction of the ACCESS in Mental Health Act.
Addressing our country’s mental health workforce shortage means we also must take steps to increase the number of diverse and culturally responsive… pic.twitter.com/10BtTlEnRD
— NAMI (@NAMICommunicate) April 10, 2024
