July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! This annual observance is an opportunity to have conversations with your friends, family, and community about mental health and the everyday habits that impact it.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) is committed to enhancing the well-being of racial and ethnic minority populations and American Indians/Alaska Natives by supporting the Administration’s mission to Make America Healthy Again. During National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, HHS OMH encourages communities to take control of their mental health by prioritizing healthy habits like limiting screentime, getting enough sleep, staying physically active, and reaching out for support when needed. Stigma can make it harder to ask for help, but if you’re struggling with your mental health, consider talking to a professional.
The resources in our National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit are free to use and designed to help organizations, advocates, and individuals join the conversation around improving mental health. Download, share, and customize the content in our National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit to meet the unique needs of your audiences.
Related Resources
- OMH Mental Health Topic Guide
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- The Harms of Screen Use
- GetActive.gov
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- This National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, encourage healthy habits that support both mental and physical well-being. Physical activity, good nutrition, quality sleep, and meaningful social connections can all contribute to better mental health and help individuals and communities thrive.
Raise awareness across communities this July by promoting trusted information. The HHS Office of Minority Health has compiled reliable federal resources to help support healthier communities this month and beyond. Explore and share their toolkit with your families, networks, and communities: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/national-minority-mental-health-awareness-month-toolkit #NMMHAM #MinorityMentalHealth
- Mental health is shaped by many factors, including our daily habits and environments. Regular physical activity can help reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. Eating nutritious, whole foods fuels the body and the brain. And reducing screen time, especially for children and teens, can help protect against the mental health challenges that come with excessive device use.
This National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, learn how these and other factors shape mental health across communities with the Population Profiles from the HHS Office of Minority Health: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/minority-population-profiles #NMMHAM #MentalHealthAwareness
- Talking about mental health isn’t always easy. Stigma can make it harder to ask for help, but seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Encouraging open conversations in our families and communities is one of the most powerful things we can do for each other. This National #MinorityMentalHealth Awareness Month, the HHS Office of Minority Health has put together a toolkit with resources to help communities, families, and advocates promote mental wellness and keep conversations going beyond July: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/national-minority-mental-health-awareness-month-toolkit #NMMHAM
- This National #MinorityMentalHealth Awareness Month, start conversations about mental well-being and the everyday habits that support it. Physical activity, nutritious foods, quality sleep, and strong social connections all play a role in helping people maintain good mental health. Explore the HHS Office of Minority Health’s Population Profiles to learn more about the mental health experiences of different communities and the different factors that impact mental wellness, healthy lifestyles, and overall well-being: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/minority-population-profiles #NMMHAM
- Health professionals, community organizations, and advocates, take some time to reflect on what it means to make mental health resources accessible for all communities this National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. Everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve good mental health. By increasing awareness and addressing challenges such as a lack of culturally responsive providers, language access, and stigma, we can help create healthier futures for all communities this National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond.
The HHS Office of Minority Health has compiled federal data and practical resources focused on mental health awareness across communities. Explore what’s available and bring it into the work you’re doing: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/national-minority-mental-health-awareness-month-toolkit
For additional information services, visit the HHS OMH Resource Center and Knowledge Center to get help with customized searches related to mental health: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/office-minority-health-resource-center-and-knowledge-center
- This National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, continue your work to build healthier communities by supporting mental wellness. Encourage healthy screen habits, regular physical activities, nutritious eating, and access to reliable information to strengthen both mental and physical health.
The HHS Office of Minority Health’s Population Profiles provide community-specific health information, resources, and data that can help organizations, health professionals, and community leaders better understand these and other factors shaping mental health outcomes across communities.
Explore the Population Profiles and share them with others working to advance mental health: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/minority-population-profiles
For additional information services, visit the HHS OMH Resource Center and Knowledge Center to get help with customized searches related to mental health: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/office-minority-health-resource-center-and-knowledge-center
- July is #MinorityMentalHealth Awareness Month! Everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve good mental health. Explore trusted resources from @MinorityHealth to promote mental wellness in your community: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/national-minority-mental-health-awareness-month-toolkit #NMMHAM
- Moving more, eating well, and limiting screen time aren’t just good for the body, they’re good for the mind too. This #NMMHAM, explore mental health information & community-level mental health data with @MinorityHealth: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/minority-population-profiles
Date Last Reviewed: July 2026