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Asian Texans Mobilize for Mental Health
Hogg Foundation for Mental Health Episode 152: We speak with a nonprofit serving the AAPI community in Texas, connecting them to civic action to build personal and political power.
Diversity Awareness and Wellness in Action
Hogg Foundation for Mental Health · Episode 151: Diversity, Awareness and Wellness in Action Building community is a powerful way to support mental health. That’s why the Hogg Foundation’s mission is to transform how communities promote mental health in everyday life....
Effects of Racism on Overall Health
Dr. Octavio Martinez, Hogg executive director, writes about the unique struggles that plague minoritized communities.
Announcing 2023 Ima Hogg Scholarship Recipients
We’ve awarded scholarships of $5,000 to each of 22 social work graduate students from colleges and universities across Texas.
Moore Fellowship Winner: Katie McCormick
Contributors of Occupational Stress and Burnout Among Texas Harm Reduction Workers
Uplifting Black Men
Hogg Foundation for Mental Health · Episode 150: Uplifting Black Men In observance of Juneteenth, we’re exploring the theme of Black emancipation from new perspectives. Because June is also recognized as Men’s Health Month, looking at Black men’s mental health through...
Brave Spaces for All
How Does Change Happen? “People of color, particularly African Americans, feel the stigma more keenly. In a race-conscious society, some don't want to be perceived as having yet another deficit.” ~author, Bebe Moore Campbell. How does change happen? How do those who...
Juneteenth and Mental Emancipation
Hogg Foundation for Mental Health · Episode 149: Juneteenth and Mental Emancipation In June 2022, President Biden signed legislation to make Juneteenth the nation’s newest federal holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the day on June 19, 1865 when the Emancipation...
Uncovering Transgender History in Texas
As a transgender Texan, I am fascinated by my community’s history in the state – a much longer history than many of us realize.