Each Mind Matters

As a way to support educators and student mental health, we have developed new activities which are age-appropriate for students in kindergarten through college. Activities can be implemented in-classroom or virtually.

This activity is designed for students in grades 4-8, to increase students’ mental health awareness and empower them to seek help if needed.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades 2-5 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades K-3 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades K-3 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades 3-5 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades K-3 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades 2-4 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades 2-4 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face. This book is available in Spanish as an option.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades 2-4 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face. Book is available in Spanish as an option.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades K-3 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face.

This interactive reading activity is designed for students in grades 2-4 and provides educators with opportunities to help students develop social-emotional intelligence and reduce mental health stigma by introducing mental health challenges that children sometimes face.

This movie activity is designed for students in 9th grade through college, to increase students’ mental health awareness and empower them to seek help if needed.

This movie activity is designed for students in 9th grade through college, to increase students’ mental health awareness and empower them to seek help if needed.

This activity is designed for students in 9th grade through college, to increase students’ mental health awareness and empower them to seek help if needed.

This movie activity is designed for students in 4th-8th grades, to increase students’ mental health awareness and empower them to seek help if needed.

Helpful self-care tips to accommodate parents' busy schedules. Whether parents have only five minutes or an hour, self-care is critical to helping parents give their best selves as they take care of the ones they love.

An African American community leader with mental health challenges shares her personal story.

A webinar that provides an overview of how COVID-19 has caused trauma for school-age children and how to identify trauma systems, as well as a review of Each Mind Matters resources for educators and self-care tips.

Janet King's Story

Belinda's Story

A collection of resources that support parents, educators and the community in the development of protective factors and reduction in risk factors through social and emotional learning principles.

A recognized social game in which teams are asked questions about different topics and they have to get as many correct answers and points as possible. The Each Mind Matter’s Trivia Game is comprised of 36 questions with a focus on mental health, substance use and suicide prevention.

Custom Each Mind Matters virtual meeting backgrounds, usable in most major virtual-conferencing platforms.

A webinar which reviews tips, strategies, and resources for self-care during and following COVID-19, and shares resources available from Each Mind Matters: California’s Mental Health Movement.

Tips for Self-Care During COVID-19 in Punjabi

Tips for Self-Care During COVID-19 in Khmer

Self-care tips and resources in Farsi

A webinar which discusses what health disparities and social determinants of health look like for our communities, why some communities see greater impacts, and resources available to help your organization navigate serving your communities during this pandemic.

Self-care tips and resources in Armenian

Self-care tips and resources in Lao

Self-care tips and resources in Korean

A webinar that features Mental Health Awareness Month activities and strategies.

A webinar that highlights new Each Mind Matters resources, materials, and ideas in response to COVID-19.

Self-care tips and resources in Spanish

Self-care resources and tips in Hmong

Self-care resources and tips in Arabic

Self-care tips and resources in Vietnamese

Self-care tips and resources in Traditional Chinese

Self-care tips and resources in Simplified Chinese

Self-care tips and resources in Tagalog

Self-care tips and resources in Russian

Self-care resources and tips in English

Images designed for various social media platforms that promote May is Mental Health Matters Month, available in English and Spanish.

A toolkit that compiles resources for 2020 May is Mental Health Matters Month, which has the theme "Express Yourself."

A webinar that provides an overview of how toxic stress and community trauma impact mental health, as well as strategies and resources for provides to support their community.

12 pre-written email templates in both English and Spanish ready for distribution, alongside accompanying themed social media posts.

A webinar that provides updated best practices for serving and supporting LGBTQ+ communities, as well as new information, resources, and strategies.

Prewritten posts and images that you can copy, paste and post on your social media channels throughout 2020.

Product images for the Veteran T-shirt.

A webinar that reviews the new self-care resources available from Know The Signs, and provides strategies and tips for organizations and individuals to promote and practice self-care.

A brochure which details the tools available to Native families and individuals who are looking to improve their mental health.

This webinar focused on resources available to promote use of the Each Mind Matters Suicide Prevention Week 2019 Activation Toolkit.

Social media story templates which are ready to be personalized, decorated, and shared with your followers.

Weekly emails for May is Mental Health Matters Month 2019.

Drawing inspiration from street art and the theme of "Strength in Community," this fence activation is fun, easy, and will spark conversations about mental health across the state.

A webinar that provides an overview of the Each Mind Matters Month activation kit to support local activities and outreach.

Use these images and animations to promote Mental Health Matters Month on social media. Available in English and Spanish!

A toolkit that compiles resources for 2019 May is Mental Health Matters Month, which has a theme of "Strength in Community."

A flyer which provides an introduction to Each Mind Matters, why lime green is used for mental health awareness, and ways to get involved.

Facebook image for Mental Health Awareness Week 2018.

Postcard-sized "Get Well" cards that contain messages of support, tips, and resources. Developed in partnership with Active Minds.

This activity guide includes ideas to involve the people in your county, organization, or community in Mental Health Awareness Week.

A tip sheet that provides several recommended activities, plus case studies of California schools who have hosted their own suicide prevention events on their campuses.

A collection of mental health and suicide prevention stories, PSAs and mini documentaries created by and for community members that represent the diversity of California.

A toolkit which provides a step-by-step guide to host a "What I Wish My Parents Knew" event to educate parents about suicide prevention and mental health, as well as other topics that students wish their parents knew about.

Email templates that help promote your mental health month activities with your staff, PEI providers and community partners.

Social media images to help you spread the word about Mental Health Matters Month on your social media pages.

Business card sized message cards that provide inspirational messages to share with others. A total of 10 designs are provided: two bilingual, four in English and four in Spanish.

With the theme of “Deeper Connections: From Small Talk to Real Talk,” this toolkit focuses on strengthening connections during Mental Health Matters Month.

A webinar with a review of the 2018 Toolkit and a discussion around activities and strategies for May is Mental Health Matters Month.

A fact sheet that provides an introduction to the unique challenges faced by Latinx LGBTQ+ immigrant youth, relevant resources, and best practices in serving this population within a culturally responsive framework. Esta hoja informativa proporciona una introducción a los retos únicos que enfrentan los jóvenes inmigrantes Latinx LGBTQ+, los recursos pertinentes, y las mejores prácticas para atender a esta población dentro de un marco culturalmente sensible.

A guide that provides you with content to use on your social media channels to help promote Each Mind Matters.

A style guide which notes ways that newsrooms can present a more accurate picture of mental illness (available in English and Spanish).

A webinar which explores the new Each Mind Matters Resource Center website and shows participants how to navigate it.

A document that provides an overview of Each Mind Matters resources developed for diverse communities.

A guide to promoting the documentary film "A New State of Mind."

A large image promoting the documentary film "A New State of Mind."

Web ads promoting the documentary film "A New State of Mind."

A web banner promoting the documentary film "A New State of Mind."

A mental health informational brochure, designed for Afghan refugee immigrants, written in English.

A mental health informational brochure, designed for Afghan refugee immigrants, written in Dari.

A mental health informational brochure, designed for Afghan refugee immigrants, written in Pashto.

A mental health informational brochure, designed for Iraqi refugee immigrants, written in English.

A mental health informational brochure, designed for Iraqi refugee immigrants, written in Arabic.

A mental health informational brochure, designed for Iranian refugee immigrants, written in Farsi.

A mental health informational brochure, designed for Iranian refugee immigrants, written in English.

An in-language document redefining common myths about mental illness that are barriers for individuals in the API community seeking help.

An in-language document redefining common myths about mental illness that are barriers for individuals in the API community seeking help.

An in-language document redefining common myths about mental illness that are barriers for individuals in the API community seeking help.

A toolkit with resources for Mental Health Awareness Week.

This style guide notes ways in which newsrooms can present a more accurate picture of mental illness.

A guide with tips for communicating about mental health and suicide on social media to reduce stigma, increase help-seeking behavior and prevent suicide.

An Each Mind Matters Story of Hope from a Native American perspective.

A tutorial that shows you how to use the Each Mind Matters Resource Center website on your phone.

A Mental Health Support Guide that has been linguistically and culturally adapted for the Russian-speaking community.

A webinar that provides an overview of the Each Mind Matters resources for diverse communities, including new materials for the African American, LGBTQ+, Chinese-speaking, and Russian-speaking communities.

A webinar that provides an overview of the 2017 Each Mind Matters “May is Mental Health Awareness Month” toolkit and shared activity ideas.

A webinar that provides information about the tools and resources available to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma and discrimination.

A webinar that provides information about mental health and suicide prevention resources and programs available through the Each Mind Matters campaign.

A basic mental health guide for LGBTQ+ young adults.

A mental health support guide for older LGBT adults.

A Mental Health Support Guide in Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese.

These Stories of Hope feature Hmong families sharing their experiences working through mental health challenges.

A promotional flyer for Suicide Prevention Week.

Customizable email blasts to send out during Mental Health Awareness Week.

The "We Believe Each Mind Matters" poster, plus editable posters you can customize to include your logo and local event information.

A guide to help promote mental health awareness on your social media channels.

Raise awareness by placing lime green ribbons in public places in your community.

An introduction with recommendations for distributing the Mental Health Support Guide.

Studies conducted by RAND that detail the reduction in stigma and discrimination around mental illness in connection with the Each Mind Matters campaign.

Static online banners to raise awareness about 2014 Mental Health Awareness Week.

Static online banners to raise awareness about mental health and the Each Mind Matters statewide campaign.

Static online banners to raise awareness about Mental Health Matters Month.

Static online banners to raise awareness about 2016 Mental Health Matters Month.

Social media banners to raise awareness about 2016 Mental Health Matters Month.

A handout with information on stigma and facts about mental health to help parents and caregivers talk to their kids about mental health challenges.

A handout with information on stigma and facts about mental health to help educate youth and encourage help-seeking behaviors for those experiencing a mental health challenge.

A handout on how stigma impacts individuals with mental health challenges and information on how to take action to reduce stigmatizing attitudes about mental illness.

A small resource card with information on how to download the #MillionsLikeMe digital album with songs written by youth about mental health.

Infographic showing the highlights of a 2015 RAND report that speaks to the increase in student knowledge of mental health and its correlation to CalMHSA youth mental health programs.

Infographic depicting the highlights of a 2016 RAND report that speaks to the stigma around mental health and its correlation to the CalMHSA awareness campaigns.

A script for a 30-second online radio spot featured on Pandora to raise awareness about 2015 Mental Health Matters Month.

A handout providing an overview of the hour-long documentary on mental health and stigma.

A guide with discussion topics to engage viewers of the "A New State of Mind" documentary in meaningful conversation about mental health and stigma.

A worksheet redefining common myths about mental illness and providing accurate facts about mental health and recovery.

A handout with information on stigma and facts about mental health to help reduce stigmatizing attitudes among decision-makers.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters poster.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters youth poster.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters Mental Health Matters Month poster.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters Mental Health Awareness Week poster.

Radio spots from May is Mental Health Matters Month 2014 that were used in a paid advertising campaign to promote a mental health advocacy day.

A toolkit for counties and CBOs to use during May is Mental Health Matters Month to engage local communities and support mental health awareness.

A recorded webinar providing an overview of the Each Mind Matters technical assistance program for counties across California.

Product images for the Each Mind Matters "Believes" T-shirt.

A manual detailing how to host an art therapy program to engage individuals with mental health challenges and spread awareness of mental health and recovery.

A worksheet to encourage people to share the reason they support mental health awareness and stigma reduction.

A booklet with summaries of each of the 40 vignette stories of individuals who displayed hope, resilience and recovery in the face of mental health challenges.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded shoppers bag.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded sunglasses.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded tote bag.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded tumbler.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded water bottle.

A downloadable compilation of resources to help stimulate conversation after viewing the documentary in a community setting.

A small, branded resource card with information on the Each Mind Matters statewide mental health movement and where to go to learn more and get involved.

Creative for a billboard advertisement designed to raise awareness about mental health and the Each Mind Matters statewide campaign.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded car magnet.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded decal.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded chico bag.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded lanyard.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded magnet.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded mug.

Print-ready files for the design of the Each Mind Matters branded keychain.

An event program from the #MillionsLikeMe Music for Mental Health event providing activity details and background on the youth artists featured on the digital album.

Creative for a transit shelter advertisement designed to raise awareness about mental health and the Each Mind Matters statewide campaign.

A news release providing media outlets details about the RAND report announcing the reduction of stigma and discrimination around mental illness in California.

A news release providing media outlets details about the Suicide Prevention Week 2015.

A news release providing details about the mental health PSA created by the Hope & Grace Initiative in collaboration with Each Mind Matters.

A press release detailing student mental health programs hosted as part of the Each Mind Matters mental health movement.

A color logo for the Each Mind Matters campaign, to be used on outreach materials for mental health awareness.

A black-and-white logo for the Each Mind Matters campaign, to be used on outreach materials for mental health awareness.

A jpg file of the Each Mind Matters ribbon icon to be used on outreach materials for mental health awareness.

A color jpg file of the Each Mind Matters logo, alongside the funders' logos and the funding statement.

A jpg file of the Each Mind Matters branded email signature to be used in personal or professional email signatures to show support for the movement.

A customizable PowerPoint branded with the Each Mind Matters color palatte and fonts for presentations about Each Mind Matters programs.

A document detailing the proper use for Each Mind Matters/SanaMente brand materials such as logos, colors, and fonts.

A compilation of hip-hop songs created by young adults with lyrics about mental health and recovery.

A media advisory about the 2015 Music for Mental Health competition for youth in California.

A news release providing media outlets details about the Each Mind Matters Music for Mental Health youth music program.

A summary of the activities and impact from the Mental Health Matters advocacy day in May 2014.

An overview of participants' responses to community dialogues following the Each Mind Matters documentary.

A 2014 summary of the impact of the Each Mind Matters campaign across its cultural and age-targeted programs.

A report detailing available resources and gaps in outreach materials available to underserved and underrepresented communities in California.

A study conducted to collect information about the impact of the Each Mind Matters documentary on viewers.

30-second online radio spot featured on Pandora to raise awareness about mental health and the Each Mind Matters statewide campaign.

30-second online radio spot with accompanying online banner featured on Pandora to raise awareness about 2016 Mental Health Matters Month.

30-second video spot featured on YouTube to raise awareness about mental health and the Each Mind Matters statewide campaign.

A sneak peek into the hour-long documentary narrated by Glenn Close about stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

An hour-long documentary narrated by Glenn Close featuring the stories of individuals whose lives have been affected by mental health.

A short animated video that highlights the purpose of the Each Mind Matters movement and how mental health is a topic that affects everyone.

A short animated video that teaches about how to initiate an open and honest conversation about mental health to break the stigma around mental illness.

A short animated video that teaches about how to optimize social media channels to start conversations about mental health and reduct the stigma around mental illness.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A youth-authored story describing the cultural barriers in the API community that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health challenges.

A poster presentation detailing the methodology and results of the API mental health program sponsored by Each Mind Matters.

A document defining basic mental health terms in-language to help break down the language barrier for individuals in the API community seeking help for mental illness.

A document defining basic mental health terms in-language to help break down the language barrier for individuals in the API community seeking help for mental illness.

A document defining basic mental health terms in-language to help break down the language barrier for individuals in the API community seeking help for mental illness.

A document defining basic mental health terms in-language to help break down the language barrier for individuals in the API community seeking help for mental illness.

An in-language document redefining common myths about mental illness that are barriers for individuals in the API community seeking help.

An in-language document redefining common myths about mental illness that are barriers for individuals in the API community seeking help.

An in-language document redefining common myths about mental illness that are barriers for individuals in the API community seeking help.

An in-language document redefining common myths about mental illness that are barriers for individuals in the API community seeking help.

A summary of the methodology and impact of the API Each Mind Matters campaign on individuals in California.

An overview of the barriers to seeking help for mental health challenges in the API community in California.

A summary of the survey results testing the knowledge of members of the API community about mental health and wellness.

An in-language video interviewing influencers in the Khmer community who educate and encourage individuals to seek help for their mental health.

An in-language video interviewing influencers in the Lao community who educate and encourage individuals to seek help for their mental health.

Product images for the Pride T-shirt branded shirt.

Each Mind Matters branded ribbon designed with rainbow colors to specifically support members of the LGBTQ community with mental health challenges.

A video explaining the significance of mental health among the LGBTQ community and encouraging awareness and help-seeking for those experiencing mental health challenges.

A 60-second radio spot in Khmer educating members of the API community about depression and the importance of seeking help.

A 60-second radio spot in Hmong educating members of the API community about depression and the importance of seeking help.

A 60-second radio spot in Lao educating members of the API community about depression and the importance of seeking help.

A 60-second radio spot in Khmer educating members of the API community about PTSD and the importance of seeking help.

A 60-second radio spot in Hmong educating members of the API community about PTSD and the importance of seeking help.

A 60-second radio spot in Lao educating members of the API community about PTSD and the importance of seeking help.

A TV interview in Khmer with API community leaders Saphay Nan and Narin Antoinette about depression and the importance of seeking treatment for mental health challenges.

A TV spot in Lao educating members of the API community about depression and the importance of seeking help.

A radio interview in Hmong with influential API community leader Ger Thao about intergenerational conflict in the API community and its impact on mental health.

A radio interview in Lao with API community leader Tout Tou Bounthapanya about intergenerational conflict in the API community and its impact on mental health.

TV interviews in Khmer with influential API community leader, Dr. Sam Keo, about mental health and the importance of recognizing mental illness and seeking treatment.

TV interviews in Khmer with influential API community leader, Dr. Sam Keo, about intergenerational conflict in the API community and its impact on mental health.

A TV spot in Lao educating members of the API community about PTSD and the importance of seeking help.

An informational document in Khmer detailing how to support those suffering from a mental health challenge without stigma.

An informational document in Chinese detailing how to support those suffering from a mental health challenge without stigma.

An informational document in Hmong detailing how to support those suffering from a mental health challenge without stigma.

An informational document in Korean detailing how to support those suffering from a mental health challenge without stigma.

An informational document in Vietnamese detailing how to support those suffering from a mental health challenge without stigma.

A behind-the-scenes video with the native youths who filmed and edited the highlight video for the Native Communities of Care program.

A highlight video of the impact of the Native Communities of Care program in counties across California.

A review of the Native Communities of Care mental health program.

A branded logo for the Native Communities of Care mental wellness program.

A compilation of resources for grantees with messaging tips, resources, and a cultural competency guide for projects targeting Native American individuals in California.

Print-ready files for the design of the Native Communities of Care branded promotional items.

A print-ready fan with resources designed for African American individuals who are searching for tools to help them or their loved ones improve their mental health.

A print-ready guide with information and resources on mental health for the African American community.

A tool that gives background on the Mental Health Friendly Communities faith-based mental health program and providing resources for those with mental health challenges.

A May is Mental Health Matters Month header to incorporate Each Mind Matters branding on relevant documents or posts.

A Lime Green Ribbons video to inspire your May activities.

A four-part poem series to inspire your May activities.

A color 11" x 17" poster that advertises the "Half of us / All of us" messaging for May is Mental Health Month.

A color 11" x 17" poster for May is Mental Health Month.

Drafted email blasts to distribute to your network every Monday during May.

A tip sheet to start meaningful conversations during May is Mental Health Matters Month.

Pre-written social media posts to use on your social channels for May is Mental Health Month.

Two easy recipes that can be made at home to promote May is Mental Health Month

A short list of tips to listen actively and make sure that people feel listened to.

An 11" x 17" printable color poster that provides instructions and guidance for people participating in the Ribbon Wall Activity.

Instructions for the "My Lime Green Champion" Ribbon Wall Activity.

An intro letter for the May is Mental Health Matters Month 2017 Toolkit.

A webinar that details the implementation of the Each Mind Matters campaign in small or rural counties.