The Essential Role Of Mental Health For A Diverse, Inclusive Workplace
Posted on July 14, 2020
In response to global protests for racial justice, employers around the world are emphasizing their commitment to inclusion and social equity. Organizations must ensure employees from diverse backgrounds can access effective mental health support – a challenge that has been overlooked for too long. One study finds that anxiety and depression symptoms have more than tripled in Black and Latino communities this year. As described in a statement by Dan Gillison, the CEO of NAMI: “The effect of racism and racial trauma on mental health is real and cannot be ignored. The disparity in access to mental health care in communities of color cannot be ignored. The inequality and lack of cultural competency in mental health treatment cannot be ignored.”
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