From Chains to Change: Exploring the Intersection of BIPOC Mental Health and Incarceration

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EquiTEA

Riverside County Public Health

38 episodes

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We are the Riverside University Health System, Public Health Equity team. This podcast will disseminate culturally relevant public health information and resources to those who live, work, worship, play, learn, and visit Riverside County. We will advocate for under-served and under-resourced groups, bring awareness to social and racial injustices, and mobilize the community to achieve equity.

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From Chains to Change: Exploring the Intersection of BIPOC Mental Health and Incarceration

EquiTEA

55 minutes 44 seconds

1 year ago

From Chains to Change: Exploring the Intersection of BIPOC Mental Health and Incarceration

On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg and Peter had the chance to talk to Javier Baños and Ivan Serrano, Peer Support Specialists at Starting Over, Inc. This nonprofit organization provides transitional housing, re-entry services, policy advocacy and civic engagement for individuals experiencing homelessness, incarceration and/or substance abuse. Both individuals share their firsthand experience with the judicial system and how incarceration impacts one’s mental health.

To find out more about Starting Over, Inc. please visit:

https://www.startingoverinc.org

Resources:

Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM): BEAM is dedicated to removing the barriers that Black people experience getting access to or staying connected with emotional health care and healing.

Website: beam.community

California Black Health Network (CBHN): CBHN advocates for health equity for Black Californians and offers resources and support for mental health.

Website: cbhn.org

The Safe Black Space: This organization provides culturally specific support, education, and resources to African Americans dealing with racial trauma.

Website: safeblackspace.org

NAMI California: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) California chapter offers support groups, educational programs, and advocacy for mental health in minority communities.

Website: namica.org