Areas of Focus and Case Studies

How do cultural practices and stories support mental health and wellness?

•   art and murals

•   documenting stories of culture and music

•   indigenous traditional practices 

•   cruising/lowriding 

How does environment impact mental health and wellness? 

• segregation, green space, and nature

• access to healthy and culturally representative food

• access to clean air and water

• natural disaster response

How does a just and equitable society support mental health and well-being? 

• restorative justice in schools

• safe shelter for the homeless

• organizing against deportation

• telling truth and BIPOC perspectives in history