Each week, we compile and share stories from the past week focused on behavioral health, SUD, social services, and nonprofits centered in Michigan but across the United States. If there are specific topics that interest you, please let us know. This newsletter's information, content, and materials are for general informational purposes only. They do not constitute legal advice or investment advice. At times we may use AI to summarize an article. If something shared needs to be corrected, is misrepresented, or there are gaps in information, please let us know so we can make the necessary corrections.
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State Board Pushes $328M for School Safety and Mental Health Amid Debate Over LGBTQ Counseling"
The State Board of Education passed a resolution urging $328 million in supplemental funding for children’s mental health and school safety. The resolution faced opposition from Republican members who proposed amendments requiring parental notification on gender identity topics in counseling and vouchers for private counseling, both of which were rejected. The resolution aims to continue addressing the mental health crisis in schools despite concerns over the politicization of LGBTQ issues in mental health services. [MIRS]
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Michigan Seeks Feedback from Substance Misuse Prevention Workers to Enhance Services and Work Environments.
Here is the link to complete the Prevention Workforce survey.
ICYMI
Did Michigan make a ‘historic’ investment in student mental health? Here’s what the numbers say. [Chalkbeat]
Internship stipend program to help increase Michigan’s behavioral health workforce [Pioneer Tribune]
LEGISLATIVE + CANDIDATE FOCUS
UPDATE….
We profile legislators and candidates each week. This week, we encourage you to learn more about Betsy Coffia (103rd House District, Traverse City), a social worker who sits on the Health Policy Committee. Coffia faces Lisa Trombley in the General Election.
AWARDS + HONORS + EVENTS
DWIHN Event on SUD and Opioids, August 22, 2024 (See Below)
Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHAM) Annual Fall Conference – October 21st & 22nd 2024 – Grand Traverse, Michigan
National Council on Behavioral Health – NatCon 25 – Philadelphia, PA May 5th -7th 2025
Detroit Regional Chamber 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference – Mackinac Island May 27th -30th, 2025
Upcoming Political Events
If you have an event you want to share, please get in touch with Daniel Cherrin.
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