NYU McSilver Executive Director Rose Pierre-Louis is part of a panel reimagining our city’s economy to promote gender Equity. On Oct. 14, WCC will convene community members, advocates, and leaders from across NYC to catalyze policy, action, and connection. More info: bit.ly/StateofNYCWomen-EventPage

States across the U.S. are advancing training initiatives for the children’s mental health workforce. How are these efforts making progress and tracking impact? A scoping review by researchers at McSilver + other institutions illuminates facilitators and barriers associated with training roll-outs.

In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, the McSilver-led Community Technical Assistance Center (CTAC) built a collection of webinars, tools, resources, and self-paced learning modules that help care professionals build awareness and competencies around #SuicidePrevention.

NYU McSilver Executive Director Rose Pierre-Louis will speak at a special celebration marking the 30th anniversary of the Midwifery Program at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. Register to attend—help us honor the program’s enduring impact on care, education, and community: bit.ly/langone-midw...

There's still time to register for next Tuesday's breakfast conversation, a thorough exploration of ranked choice voting in NYC, featuring Vanessa Aronson, Andrea Gordillo, Brad Lander, and Scott Stringer in a panel moderated by Dr. Basil Smikle Jr. RSVP at bit.ly/rcv2025

In New York State, Technical Assistance Centers led by NYU McSilver offer a wide variety of training and tools created by experts in behavioral health. A new website makes these resources easier than ever to access and explore: check out the just-launched mcsilverta.org site today!

𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 — Don't miss a dynamic conversation with candidates and experts, all about how #rankedchoicevoting is already transforming NYC elections. RSVP to attend: bit.ly/rcv2025

COMING UP 9/9: We’re convening a morning panel of trailblazing NYC candidates and experts in civic engagement to dig into ranked choice voting — from its impact on recent primaries to how campaigns can adapt going forward. RSVP to attend: bit.ly/rcv2025

Join the Center on Race, Inequality & the Law and the Birnbaum Women’s Leadership Center for a powerful conversation on Thurs, 9/4, with legal scholar Michelle Adams as she discusses her groundbreaking book, The Containment: Detroit, the Supreme Court, and the Battle for Racial Justice in the North.

In Case You Missed It: On 9/9, the NYC Resilience Collaborative will host a panel discussion on the trauma-informed school — all are welcome to join! Hear experts from Measurement Inc. explain how to build and sustain a trauma-informed education system.

❤️🩹 Interested in connecting with fellow advocates and champions of trauma-informed care? The NYC Resilience Collaborative, an affiliate of NYU McSilver and the NYS Trauma-Informed Network & Resource Center, is hosting its next quarterly meeting on September 9th! Register at bit.ly/resil-sept

Out now — McSilver Executive Director @rplnyc.bsky.social listed by @cityandstateny.bsky.social among the Manhattan Power 100. Learn more and see all the notable New Yorkers: bit.ly/rplpower2025

Today marks the beginning of #MinorityMentalHealthMonth, observed at the national level since 2008. We can all do our part to break down barriers to quality care experienced by the diverse groups that make up this extraordinary country — in July and all year.

As part of ongoing efforts to support organizations that provide behavioral health care, our MCTAC team recently hosted events in NYC, Rochester, and Albany to bring together critical stakeholders in our healthcare system.

As part of ongoing efforts to support organizations that provide behavioral health care, our MCTAC team recently hosted events in New York City, Rochester, and Albany to bring together critical stakeholders in our healthcare system.

Today is Juneteenth — a rich celebration of freedom and the ongoing pursuit of equality. It’s an important day to reflect on history, resilience, and the power of community.

I’m excited to be named as an @nyumcsilver.bsky.social Vanguard for Social Justice Honoree! My fellow honorees are inspirations in their fields and professions–I can’t wait to get to share the stage with them all. Please join all of us on June 2nd! For more info: mcsilver.nyu.edu/awards/

🎉 The 2025 #McSilverAwards are underway now! Please join us in commending a stellar slate of change-making honorees.

Today's the day! We are thrilled to celebrate 9 trailblazing honorees at the 2025 #McSilverAwards. This latest cohort joins a diverse group of visionary leaders dedicated to addressing poverty and injustice.

Next Monday we’ll honor nine Vanguards for Social Justice working across sectors to better communities in need. Learn more about the McSilver Awards and the 2025 honorees at mcsilver.nyu.edu/awards

This year, the McSilver Awards will honor a group of legislators determined to address the crises of rising maternal mortality and racial inequity. In this video, these trailblazing women talk about their ongoing efforts and the experiences and values pushing them on. www.youtube.com/watch?v=omoo...

Get to know the 2025 McSilver Awards Honorees: Mara Gay is a member of the New York Times editorial board and analyst for MSNBC. Hear how she came to journalism and her hopes for what storytelling can accomplish. www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6-V...

Get to know the 2025 McSilver Awards Honorees: Nathaniel Fields is CEO of the Urban Resource Institute. In this clip, Fields discusses the scale of domestic violence and the importance of dignity to healing. www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLmi...

Get to know the 2025 McSilver Awards Honorees: Dr. Lisette Nieves is President of the Fund for the City of New York. In this clip, hear how she holds on to optimism to support important work.

Get to know the 2025 McSilver Awards Honorees: the Hon. Ronald E. Richter is CEO and Executive Director of JCCA and passionate about building a more equitable New York.

Today is #ChildrensMentalHealthAwarenessDay: Positive mental health is essential for kids — reaching milestones, learning healthy social skills, & coping when there are problems. Let’s spread awareness to bring young people hope. samhsa.gov/observances/national-childrens-mental-health-awareness-day

What does mental health mean to you? For #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth McSilver will be sharing facts, perspectives, and affirmations that explore how #MentalHealthMatters ...and how we all share a responsibility to work together, break barriers, and promote wellness.

In Case You Missed It — McSilver teamed up with TTAC to produce a special podcast exploring two-generational health. In a half-hour episode, host Evelyn Blanck talks to 4 #perinatal experts about the latest research, healthy best practices, policy implications, & more. Listen now at bit.ly/2-gen-pod

Join us at the 2025 McSilver Awards on 6/2! Tickets are now on sale to attend the awards ceremony and cocktail reception. Learn more about the Vanguards for Social Justice who will be honored this evening: mcsilver.nyu.edu/awards

Now in @behavioralhealth.bsky.social—Pregnancy and early childhood impact physical and mental well-being throughout one's life. How do we seize opportunity? NYCCD & McSilver experts explain what’s going on in NY State + the power of evidence-based treatments: behavioralhealthnews.org/developments...

Writing for Forbes, McSilver Fellow @pa2117.bsky.social approaches the national conversation around "DEI" from a soft power lens, zooming out from the controversy to explore it in terms of global influence, macro trends, and American ideals. Read her contribution: www.forbes.com/sites/pennya...

Why is it so urgent to transform maternal and reproductive care for the better, during #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, and year-round? Assemblymember Bichotte Hermelyn reflects on the theme of "healing legacies" and her personal call to advocacy.

Introducing our inaugural Health Equity Fellow — Dr. Damali Wilson! As a researcher and maternal health expert, she brings years of insight to a role created jointly by NYU McSilver and NYU Langone Health’s IEHE to advance health equity. Learn more at mcsilver.nyu.edu/damali-wilso...

Mark your calendar for May 5: Join NYU Langone Health”s Department of Population Health for its 9th annual Health And… conference, merging medicine, public health, and the digital world! This year’s focus is the impact of social media on wellbeing. #HealthAnd2025 Register: bit.ly/4hUWphC

This #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, we are celebrating the healing legacies of doulas, midwives, and other vital birth specialists, as well as their ability to expand access to care. Find links to community-based organizations and other resources: mcsilver.nyu.edu/saving-lives...

Women who are pregnant or postpartum should be empowered to share their concerns with care providers. The HEAR HER campaign from the CDC has tips for recognizing warning signs, providing support, and speaking up: www.cdc.gov/hearher/ #BlackMaternalHealthWeek

Held annually April 11-17, #BlackMaternalHealthWeek shines a light on preventable negative outcomes related to pregnancy and birth, especially regarding the disproportionate impact on Black women. This year’s theme affirms healing legacies, building strength through collective action and advocacy.

We see & celebrate the transgender, nonbinary & gender expansive people who are a vital part of our school, university & society. This #TransDayofVisibility, we encourage our NYU Silver community to attend “Claiming Our Future,” NYU LGBTQ Center’s virtual roundtable with trans & non-binary leaders.

Drawing strength from the resilience of our communities in these uncertain times, NYU McSilver remains focused on our mission as we work to build on a year of achievements for those we serve. Learn about our latest achievements and priorities in the 2024 Annual Report: mcsilver.nyu.edu/2024

We are thrilled to announced the 2025 Vanguards for Social Justice to be honored at the #2025McSilverAwards! Congratulations to all our honorees, working tirelessly to create positive change. To learn more about the McSilver Awards, visit mcsilver.nyu.edu/awards

The AI Hub at NYU McSilver is searching for a #DevOps expert and a UI/UX #designer to actively consult on a vital, mission-driven project. Learn more about these opportunities at mcsilver.nyu.edu/jobs

ACCEPTING INQUIRIES FROM NY ORGS 🌱 New training program on how to apply trauma-informed principles, cultivate safe environments and promote healing + resilience. Free through the support of the NYS Office of Mental Health! LMSW/LMHC/LCSW/psychologist CEUs available. More: tinyurl.com/tendingthero...

Feb 14: Join elected officials, policymakers, and those on the front line of addressing Black maternal health in NYS as we discuss recent shifts, proposed legislation, and where we go next on this critical issue during #NYSABPRHAL Caucus Weekend. Learn more at: nysabprlinc.org/conference

𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 - The 2025 McSilver Awards will take place on June 2nd. Stay tuned as we introduce honorees, launch ticket sales, and share more about what makes the McSilver Awards a unique event. mcsilver.nyu.edu/awards

We wish a happy Lunar New Year to everyone celebrating, in our NYC communities and around the world!

‘New way of bearing witness’: one of biggest Holocaust archives goes online

As we honor Dr. King's legacy this #MLKDay, we continue to pursue work that advances equity and opportunity. His dream remains both an inspiration and a call to action for social change.

NEW FOR 2025 — New York will be the first state in the nation to give pregnant women paid time off for prenatal appointments. Learn more about the program here: www.ny.gov/programs/new... #Blackmaternalhealth #perinatalcare

THURSDAY — McSilver Executive Director Rose Pierre-Louis will moderate a dynamic post-election conversation with CM Althea Stevens, Melissa Mark-Viverito, Dr. Basil Smikle, and Dr. Carlos Vargas-Ramos. Register to attend in the Bronx: tinyurl.com/LC-VUUPostEleConf

NYU McSilver and NYU Langone Health Institute for Excellence in Health Equity (IEHE) are introducing a joint fellowship to drive research, policy, and solutions addressing disparities in Black maternal and reproductive health. bit.ly/health-fello...