Believe in me
The Believe in Me Anti Stigma Project of Washtenaw County is comprised of two components: Believe in Me training DVD and the Hope in Action Theater Troupe.
Self report of consumers in the Believe in Me Anti Stigma Project is that stigma negatively impacts their receipt of quality health care.
About You
Section 1: About You
Section 2: About Your Organization
Organization Name
Washtenaw Community Health Organization
Organization Website
Organization Phone
734.544.6807
Organization Address
555 Towner, Ypsilanti MI 48197
Organization Country
United States
Is your organization a
Government
Your idea
Name Your Project
Believe in me
Country your work focuses on
United States
Describe Your Idea
The Believe in Me Anti Stigma Project of Washtenaw County is comprised of two components: Believe in Me training DVD and the Hope in Action Theater Troupe.
Self report of consumers in the Believe in Me Anti Stigma Project is that stigma negatively impacts their receipt of quality health care.
Innovation
What makes your idea unique?
The Believe in Me Anti Stigma Project of Washtenaw County is comprised of three components: Believe in Me training DVD, the train the trainer Hope and the Journey to Recovery Workshop, and the Hope in Action Theater Troupe. Washtenaw County professional staff, peer specialists, consumers, community-based organizations, public health providers and university researchers need an opportunity to dialogue about the impact of stigma and better understand effectives strategies for recovery promotion.
Do you have a patent for this idea?
Impact
This Entry is about (Issues)
What impact have you had?
We are just beginning to impact our local community and are working toward disseminating the information throughout the State of Michigan.
Problem
Stigma, discrimination, mental health, physical health prevention and homelessness.
Actions
Marketing this video throughout the State with consumer groups, libraries, hospitals, churches and schools.
Results
Awareness and a reduction in stigma and discrimination toward mental health.
What will it take for your project to be successful over the next three years? Please address each year separately, if possible.
Over the next three years we need to market the product and use the video to educate and begin a conversation on what it is important that "Believe in Me" was made and how it can impact society.
What would prevent your project from being a success?
We are going to move this project forward within Michigan, it would be great to gain followers outside of our state.
How many people will your project serve annually?
1001‐10,000
What is the average monthly household income in your target community, in US Dollars?
Less than $50
Does your project seek to have an impact on public policy?
Yes
Sustainability
What stage is your project in?
Operating for less than a year
In what country?
United States
Is your initiative connected to an established organization?
Yes
If yes, provide organization name.
Washtenaw Community Health Organization
How long has this organization been operating?
More than 5 years
Does your organization have a Board of Directors or an Advisory Board?
Yes
Does your organization have any non-monetary partnerships with NGOs?
Yes
Does your organization have any non-monetary partnerships with businesses?
Yes
Does your organization have any non-monetary partnerships with government?
Yes
Please tell us more about how these partnerships are critical to the success of your innovation.
As the public mental health system, it is important for us to partner with groups and agencies within our community to support the community members.
What are the three most important actions needed to grow your initiative or organization?
Partnership, education, and marketing.
The Story
What was the defining moment that led you to this innovation?
A member of the group shared a story of how her civil rights were violated while receiving care in a mental health facility.
Tell us about the social innovator behind this idea.
a group of consumers wanting to take action and educate the public about the reality of the mental health system and ways to speak up and change it.
How did you first hear about Changemakers?
Email from Changemakers
If through another, please provide the name of the organization or company
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