APA Foundation 2024 Impact Report - Flipbook - Page 7
Justice Initiatives
In 2024, over 1,800 judges were trained by the Judges and Psychiatrists
Leadership Initiative (JPLI), bringing the total to 3,900 across 40 states and
territories. Additionally, APAF trained 21 psychiatrists and 19 judges from 22
states, D.C., and Puerto Rico to serve as trainers. This effort supports JPLI’s
goal of training 10,000 judges nationwide by 2030. The Stepping Up Initiative,
which works to reduce the prevalence of individuals with serious mental
illness in jails and prisons, expanded its reach within in US counties. Through
2024, 582 counties are using this data-driven framework to implement highimpact strategies to reduce behavioral health needs in justice systems.
Notice. Talk. Act.® at School
In 2024, APAF expanded the Notice. Talk.
Act.® (NTA) at School Program to all K-12
schools nationwide at no cost, broadening
its reach and impact. NTA at School
training was provided to 889 educators,
257 mental health professionals,
and impacted 6,313 students across
37 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico.
This year, APAF partnered with educators
from Alaska’s Kuspuk, Juneau, and Lower Yukon School Districts to tailor NTA at
School training for their unique mental health needs. Delivered to 89 staff, the
training highlighted their resilience and commitment to supporting students in
Alaska’s rural and vulnerable communities. This collaboration emphasizes the
importance of community and connection in fostering student well-being.
My Brother's Keeper
Men and boys, especially African American/Black (AA/B), are often taught to
hide vulnerability, leading many to suffer in silence. Only 1 in 3 Black adults with
mental illness receives treatment, despite experiencing higher rates of emotional
distress than white adults. Suicide rates for Black males aged 10–19 have risen
60% over two decades, with alarming societal and generational impacts (Suicide
Prevention Resource Center, 2023). APAF is committed to addressing this
crisis. In 2024, APAF sponsored 14 events and partnered with 11 organizations
to improve AA/B mental health, raising awareness, convening leaders, and
breaking the stigma. These efforts generated 18 million audience impressions.
A Mentally Healthy Nation: Where We Worship
In 2024, APAF conducted a public opinion poll on the
relationship between faith and mental health. Results
showed 60% of adults believe faith or spirituality supports
their mental wellness. However, only 52% of those in
religious communities report their faith group discusses
mental health openly. To address this discrepancy, the
APAF Mental Health and Faith Community Partnership
released the 2nd edition of Mental Health: A Guide for
Faith Leaders. This resource provides faith leaders with
tools to understand mental health, support congregants,
connect individuals to care, and address clergy well-being.
