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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Suicide Prevention Month may be ending, but the need for support does not.

Young people need more than one place to turn. They need trusted people, accessible help, and a support system that meets them where they are.

As Kayliana reminds us, figuring out who you are is hard enough. Finding someone safe to talk to shouldn’t be.

Every student deserves real support before crisis.

Join us at Strong Minds, Bright Futures. Visit strongmindsPA.org

#StrongMindsPA #YouthMentalHealth #SupportSooner #PreventionFirst #PennsylvaniaYouth #MentalWellbeing @Governor Josh Shapiro @Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
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Pennsylvania’s newest youth data shows some movement in the right direction, but the level of need remains significant.

The improvement since the height of the pandemic is important but it does not mean the work is finished. Children and families still need support earlier, before needs become crises.

Explore the official PAYS data: 2025 Pennsylvania Youth Survey statewide report www.pa.gov/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/pccd/documents/juvenile-justice/pays/2025-pays/2025-state...

#StrongMindsPA #YouthMentalHealth #SupportEarlier #AccessBeforeCrisis Governor Josh Shapiro Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
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Pennsylvania’s new

Meet Adriana Termine of Montgomery County, a member of the Strong Minds Youth Advocacy Council.

Hear more from Adriana in today’s council member spotlight.

#StrongMindsPA #YouthVoice #YouthAdvocacy #YouthMentalHealth #SupportEarlier Governor Josh Shapiro Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Montgomery County, PA
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