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- American Psychological Association (APA)
Who We Are Based in Washington, DC, the American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States. With 148,000 members, APA is the largest association of psychologists worldwide. APA Mission Statement The mission of the APA is to advance the creation, communication and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people’s lives… - Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
For three decades, the Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law has been the nation’s leading legal advocate for people with mental disabilities. Our precedent-setting litigation has outlawed institutional abuse and won protections against arbitrary confinement. In the courts and in Congress, our advocacy has opened up public schools, workplaces, housing and other opportunities for people with mental disabilities to participate in community life… - Child Welfare League of America
Our focus is children and youth who may have experienced abuse, neglect, family disruption, or a range of other factors that jeopardize their safety, permanence, or well-being. CWLA also focuses on the families, caregivers, and the communities that care for and support these children… - Mental Health America
Mental Health America (formerly known as the National Mental Health Association) is the country’s leading nonprofit dedicated to helping ALL people live mentally healthier lives. With our more than 320 affiliates nationwide, we represent a growing movement of Americans who promote mental wellness for the health and well-being of the nation – everyday and in times of crisis… - National Alliance on Mental Illness
NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots organization for people with mental illness and their families. Founded in 1979, NAMI has affiliates in every state and in more than 1,100 local communities across the country. What is the NAMI mission? NAMI is dedicated to the eradication of mental illnesses and to the improvement of the quality of life for persons of all ages who are affected by mental illnesses… - National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
We are a National family-run organization dedicated exclusively to helping children with mental health needs and their families achieve a better quality of life. We: * Provide leadership to develop and sustain a nationwide network of family-run organizations. * Focus the passion and cultural diversity of our membership to be a potent force for changing how systems respond to children with mental health needs and their families. * Help policy-makers, agencies, and providers become more effective in delivering services and supports that foster healthy emotional development for all children… - PACER Center (Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights)
The mission of PACER Center (Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights) is to expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life of children and young adults with disabilities and their families, based on the concept of parents helping parents. Founded in 1977, PACER Center was created by parents of children and youth with disabilities to… - Ready: Prepare, Plan, and Stay Informed
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