Bilingual Spanish MHFA Trainer Cypress Resilience Project Oakland, California
As of 2023, Mental Health First Aid is only offered in English and Spanish even though 1 in every 5 Americans speaks a language other than English. This number has almost tripled since the 1980s. Language accessibility is a vital aspect of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certification. It aims to provide support, guidance, and strategies for individuals dealing with mental health challenges. Ensuring sessions are available in multiple languages is crucial for bridging gaps and reaching a broader audience. Given the complex and sensitive nature of MHFA discussions, offering workshops in participants' native languages promotes meaningful discussions.
Learning Objectives:
Increase knowledge of the linguistic landscape in the U.S.
Explore the mental health challenges facing non-English speaking communities in the U.S.
Be equipped with tools to advocate for improved linguistic accessibility of MHFA curriculum
