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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Bullying and isolation can have serious impacts on youth mental health.
TODAY our partner at Youth MOVE PA is leading a virtual training on how to recognize risk, support young people, and create safer environments.
- March 18 | 1–3 PM
- Virtual
Register: www.pmhca.org/event-6541003?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=3/16/2026
#StrongMindsPA #ListenToYouth #PreventionIsPowerr #youthmentalhealth #Pennsylvania💛 Youth MOVE PA Presents: Bullying & Suicide Awareness Training 💛
Let’s stand together. Let’s stand up together. ✊💙
Join Youth MOVE PA for this powerful virtual training focused on understanding the critical connection between bullying and suicide—and how we can better support youth who may be at risk.
🗓 Date: Wednesday, March 18
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
💻 Location: Virtual (join from anywhere!)
In this session, you will:
🔹 Understand the correlation between bullying and suicide
🔹 Learn the definition of bullying, and review relevant laws & policies
🔹 Gain the skills to identify youth who may be at risk
🔹 Strengthen your ability to advocate for safer spaces and supportive communities
👉Members Only! Sign up today! www.pmhca.org/event-6541003?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=3/16/2026
❓Not A Member❓Join Today! www.pmhca.org/Join-us
Every young person deserves to feel safe, valued, and heard. Together, we can make a difference. 💚
If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone.
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Youth voices must be central to shaping mental health solutions.
www.iheart.com/podcast/482-philadelphia-community-pod-28438308/
This week, Chloe McIntyre, a student at Philadelphia High School for Girls, joined Loraine Ballard Morrill on the Philadelphia Community Podcast to talk about the pressures many young people are navigating today, from academic expectations to social media and the challenge of balancing school, work, and life.
She was joined by Dr. Kate Fox of Children First , a partner in the Strong Minds, Bright Futures initiative, to discuss how communities can strengthen prevention, improve access to care, and build sustainable mental health supports for youth.
These conversations will continue at IGNITE PHILLY, where students, families, educators, providers, and community leaders will come together to listen, collaborate, and identify solutions.
- School District of Philadelphia (440 N Broad Street)
-March 16 | 4–6 PM
Register here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/ignite-philly-driving-the-next-phase-of-youth-mental-health-tickets-19825282...
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Philly— let’s talk about youth mental health.
Elika Almeida, Executive Director of Youth Infusion, invites you to Ignite Philly, a community conversation bringing together youth, families, educators, and providers to take action on youth mental health in our city.
- Monday, March 16
- 4:00–6:00 PM
- School District of Philadelphia 440 N Broad St
Register here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/ignite-philly-driving-the-next-phase-of-youth-mental-health-tickets-19825282...
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