MH Boxes

About This Project

Summary

MH Boxes aims to decrease mental health stigma for adolescent Black girls in Central Virginia by delivering curated boxes with mental health tools to foster self-care, resilience, and open dialogues. Our vision is a world where Black girls confidently embrace mental health, overcome barriers, and nurture a supportive community.

Goals & Objectives

Overall improvement in mental well-being, resilience, and community attitudes towards mental health among adolescent black girls. Reduction in mental health disparities among adolescent Black girls.

Results & Impact

Improvement in self-reported mental health knowledge among 617 recipients. Reduction in self-reported stigma related to seeking mental health support through the delivery of 617 mental health toolboxes.