Strong Minds,
Bright Futures:
A Partnership for Child Mental Wellbeing
A growing statewide coalition committed to building a stronger future for Pennsylvania’s children. Launched in response to deep concerns raised by families, educators, health professionals, and youth during The Big Thing—a multi-year, community-driven research initiative, led by Children First, the Partnership is transforming how we support children’s mental health in our schools, communities, and care systems.
Across the Commonwealth, children and families are facing growing mental health challenges—but far too often, the systems meant to support them respond too late or not at all. Guided by five essential reforms, the Partnership is working across sectors to remove barriers to care, expand access to early intervention, and ensure that every child can thrive close to home.With Medicaid policies, local collaboration, and a commitment to prevention, Strong Minds, Bright Futures is building a system that works—for families, providers, and the future of Pennsylvania.
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Join the Conversation Lancaster!
Families, youth, educators, health providers, and community leaders are invited to a Strong Minds, Bright Futures Community Dialogue. Share your experiences, insights, and ideas to strengthen mental health supports for children across PA.
When: Thursday, Dec 4, 2025 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Where: Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, 2100 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
Register in advance: Scan the QR code or click here - www.eventbrite.com/e/strong-minds-a-community-dialogue-for-stronger-childrens-mental-health-ticke...
Your voice matters! Help us identify what works, what gaps remain, and how communities can support children’s mental health. Let’s work together to ensure every child has the support they need to succeed.
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Voices matter. Change starts here.
Change starts in local community meetings like this. Together, we can secure a brighter future for our children.
Join us for the North East PA Community Dialogue in Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County as we come together to strengthen mental health supports for children and youth. Your experiences, ideas, and insights will help shape solutions that reach every child in our community.
RSVP today: www.eventbrite.com/e/strong-minds-a-community-dialogue-for-stronger-childrens-mental-health-ticke...
Date: Tuesday, November 19
Time: 5–7 PM
Location: Wyoming Valley Catholic Youth Center, 36 S. Washington St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
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We were proud to be there with our partners at the PA Community Health Worker Collaborative for the 2025 Recognition Rally Day at the Capitol!
CHWs are the heart of prevention, linking families to care before crisis and helping children succeed at home, in school, and in their communities.
Together, we’re building a stronger Pennsylvania where every child has access to care when and where they need it.
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