Every month, a member of the Mindbridge team will highlight a piece of media (book, podcast, movie, etc) that connects to our central mission and values. 📖☕️📚 This month’s recommendation is Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides by Geoffrey L. Cohen. 🔗 buff.ly/7msgrNG

#UnitedNationsDay serves as a reminder of the work still needed to protect the rights and dignity of all people. Human rights aren’t just ideals - they are urgent, ongoing struggles. Today, we acknowledge both the progress and the significant gaps that remain in ensuring justice for all.

Each month Mindbridge aims to celebrate a Human Rights Defender working to support human rights throughout their community. As Equality Florida’s Senior Political Director, Joe leads the policy programs for the country’s largest state-based LGBTQ rights organization. #IAmAHumanRightsDefender

Another month has come and gone, and we have exciting updates at Mindbridge! 🔗 Read more from this month’s newsletter: www.mindbridgecenter.org/newsletter

Homelessness is not just about bricks and mortar. It’s about the dignity of work, the security of shelter, and the health of our communities. Read More: buff.ly/5mFBy8k

Poverty is a human rights crisis in which individuals or groups lack the resources and means to meet a minimum standard of living. October 17th observes the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty — a call to action that reminds us poverty is not inevitable. Read more:

Join us to gain science-based methods and tools for co-creating a world where our actions honor our common human rights and dignity. Register Now: buff.ly/Lc2mE6y _________________ Artwork Credit to Yael Yamina #humanrights

Did someone say new Psychology Today article? 👀 ✍️ Read more about the causes of the housing shortage and addressing stigma from a psychological and humanity-centered lens! buff.ly/HcZtPsB _______ Photo Credit: Matt Collamer on Unsplash

🎙️ New MindBridge Podcast Episode! This week we’re talking about housing insecurity and homelessness with Dr. Darrin Hodgetts and Drey Aradanas. Both remind us that safe housing is a human right, which is protected under Article 25 of the UDHR. 🎧 buff.ly/jpYjrms #WhereScienceMeetsHumanRights

On this #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we celebrate the vibrant cultures, histories, and resilience of Indigenous communities, including the Wabanaki nation here in Maine which includes the Maliseet, Mi’kmaq, Penobscot, and Passamaquoddy tribes. #IndigenousRightsAreHumanRights

Nonprofits must be free to pursue their missions without fear of political retribution. Democracy is under threat when the government weaponizes its power to silence dissent and undermine our constitutional rights. This also violates our universal human rights of freedom of association and speech

#WorldMentalHealthDay is celebrated on October 10th by the World Health Organization. As a human rights organization focused on the direct application of psychology and neuroscience, we at Mindbridge recognize the importance of mental health on personal and societal wellbeing.

Reproductive justice goes beyond abortion rights. It means the right to have or not have children, and to raise children in a safe environment. It also includes the various societal and systematic challenges impacting people’s reproductive health and bodily autonomy. Read more: buff.ly/5mFBy8k

There's still time to register for our no-cost community circles, designed for individuals in Maine who wish to learn more about and explore their experiences with racial trauma! 🔗 www.mindbridgecenter.org/community-ci...

Every month Mindbridge aims to celebrate a Human Rights Defender working to support #humanrights throughout their community. Tameshia Sexton (aka Mesh Monroe) is a dynamic leader and community advocate dedicated to empowering children, families and communities. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/sLvTnVD

#InternationalDayofNonViolence recognizes the birthday of Indian civil rights leader Mahatma Gandhi and his contributions to peaceful means of resistance. In spite of all the violence facing our world today, let’s remember the importance of pursuing justice and freedom through non-violent means.

The Mindbridge Institute is excited to offer a new public course next month - an hour-long session designed to build on insights from past offerings and speak directly to the urgent conversations happening in our communities and across the country. 🔗

🎙️ New MindBridge Podcast Episode! This week we’re talking about Reproductive Justice with policy expert Laura Hernández and psychological researcher Dr. Patrick Grzanka. Tune in now! 🎧 buff.ly/yBPUwQQ #WhereScienceMeetsHumanRights #MindbridgePodcast

Every month Mindbridge aims to celebrate a Human Rights Defender working to support their community. Mindy Spitzer has been an activist in the women's and lesbian movements since the age of 17 - she is now 71. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/fdf3SAD #IAmAHumanRightsDefender

Every month, a member of the Mindbridge team will highlight a piece of media (book, podcast, movie, etc) that connects to our central mission and values 📖☕️📚 This month’s recommendation is The Science of Racism by Keon West, a recent guest on our podcast! More from our newsletter: buff.ly/NYD83EW

Check out a recent article in Restless Communications featuring Mindbridge’s founder, Laura Ligouri! There, she highlights the ways in which neuropsychological science can guide how we address misinformation. buff.ly/8VkddMd

Did someone say new @PsychologyToday article launch? 👀 ✍️

September has been a busy month for our team! Between the launching of our podcast and new program initiatives, you don’t want to miss out on what our team is working on! 🔗 Read more from this month’s newsletter: www.mindbridgecenter.org/newsletter

Peace is not just the absence of war, it’s the presence of justice, safety, and dignity for all. On this International Day of Peace, we reflect on the ongoing struggles for peace in a world still marked by conflict, oppression, and rising hate. #InternationalDayOfPeace

📣 Freedom of speech is a fundamental human right, enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).

📣 Coming Soon: Healing Racial Trauma Initiative Community Circles 📣 🔗 Sign Up: buff.ly/JQEfMUy

While the term "craftivism" is new, using fiber arts as a tool for social and political agency is not. Learn more about this fascinating topic by visiting our Substack, guest written by a member of the Mindbridge team. 🔗 buff.ly/fUk2rEZ #artivism #solidarity #protestart #humanrights #socialjustice

How does art relate to and impact our activism? This week’s podcast episode, "Art & Activism," unpacks the world of “artivism” with clinical psychologist Dr. Ester Shapiro Rok and the co-founder and Executive Director of Fine Acts, Yana Buhrer Tavanier. 🎧 buff.ly/uBhspiM #podcast #art #activism

Mindbridge is excited to partner with Red, Wine & Blue to offer a free virtual event next Thursday, September 25th! Together, we’ll explore the science of how our brains shape connections, and sometimes create disconnection, when we try to reach across divides. This free event is open to all.

September 16th celebrates #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Voting is more than a right - it's a cornerstone of human dignity, equality, and justice. Registering to vote is not just civic participation, it's an act of solidarity. It’s how we defend every right and shape a future rooted in equity.

#HispanicHeritageMonth is a time to honor the rich cultures, histories, and enduring contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across the US Let’s honor this legacy not only in words, but in action by standing in solidarity with all those working for equity, safety, + collective liberation

#InternationalDayofDemocracy reminds us of the critical need to uphold human rights + fundamental freedoms. True democracy requires freely expressed will of the people + meaningful representation in governance. It is our shared responsibility to resist undemocratic practices and defend human rights

Every month Mindbridge aims to celebrate a Human Rights Defender supporting their cocommunitymunitity. José Garth (he/they) is a dedicated advocate for equity, justice, and community healing -particularly for Black youth and families in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. #IAmAHumanRightsDefender

Ready to go beyond surface-level discussions on racial justice? Our first podcast episode, "The Science of Racism," unpacks the roots of racial inequality with special guests Dr. Keon West and Dustin Ward. For an even deeper exploration: 🔗 buff.ly/Bk0BI9z 🔗 buff.ly/OcZlTOV

To change hearts and minds, we must first learn how to access them. As the nation’s leading non-profit using brain and behavioral science to empower human rights defenders, we conduct programming, support partnerships, and direct research. www.mindbridgecenter.org

On this #InternationalDayofCharity, human rights abuses are escalating at an alarming rate. The time to act is NOW. Your donation is not just a contribution—it's a lifeline for those fighting for their basic freedoms. 🔗 www.mindbridgecenter.org/make-a-donat...

Happening next month, the #MindbridgeInstitute is excited to announce a new public course! This hour-long session is designed to build on insights from past offerings and speak directly to the urgent conversations happening in our communities and across the country. Join us on October 30th at 2 PM

#LaborDay honors the hard work and dedication of those who contribute their time, talent, and energy to make a difference in the world around them. Workers' rights are human rights, encompassing the importance of fair treatment, safe workplace conditions, and protection against discrimination.

Check out what a recent participant of the #MindbridgeInstitute had to say about our programming! As we wrap up a powerful season of collaboration with organizations at the intersection of gender, reproductive equity, and democracy we look forward to new partnerships and collaborations.

Looking ahead for the fall, the Mindbridge Institute is excited to share that we are looking for new partnerships and collaborations! If your organization is interested in partnering or learning more about our recent programming, we’d love to hear from you! www.mindbridgecenter.org/workshops-tr...

Every month, a member of the Mindbridge team will highlight a piece of media (book, podcast, movie, etc) that connects to our central mission and values. 📖☕️📚 This month’s recommendation is My Grandmother’s Hands by Resmaa Menakem. 🔗 Read more: www.mindbridgecenter.org/newsletter

This month we are excited to share brand new research on the concept of Kama Muta, a relatively new construct in the field of psychology. Learn more about this fascinating topic by visiting our Substack. 🔗 mindbridgecenter.substack.com

Every month Mindbridge aims to celebrate a Human Rights Defender working to support #humanrights throughout their communities. This August, meet Shana! #IAmAHumanRightsDefender

August program updates are here! Subscribe to our newsletter or visit our website to learn more about what Mindbridge’s departments have been up to this month! 🔗 www.mindbridgecenter.org/newsletter

Happy August! This month has been busy for our team, as we attended the annual American Psychological Association (APA) Conference and have been preparing new public courses that bridge brain and behavioral science to human rights work. 🔗 www.mindbridgecenter.org/subscribe

The Mindbridge team is so excited to share that our Executive Director, Dr. Asia Eaton, has received the 2025 Citizen Psychologist Award from Div 1 of the APA: General Psychology & Interdisciplinary Inquiry. Congratulations Asia on this momentous accomplishment! #APA #CitizenPsychologist

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we stand for the rights, safety, and dignity of people in crisis and those who risk everything to help them. Humanitarian workers (and the people they serve) deserve protection and support highlighted under the Geneva Conventions.

🎙️ Big news: Mindbridge is launching a podcast! Coming soon to all major streaming platforms, the #MindbridgePodcast will explore the intersection of brain and behavioral science with the fight for human rights. Subscribe to our Substack so you don’t miss an episode 🔗 mindbridgecenter.substack.com

Happy #NationalNonprofitDay! Since 2016, Mindbridge has been advancing human rights through the lens of applied neuropsychological science, working to create meaningful change at local, national, and global levels. Today, we honor the incredible work of nonprofits everywhere 💙 🔗 buff.ly/SWydHy6

Mindbridge is the nation’s leading non-profit using brain and behavioral science to empower human rights defenders. Join us as we connect science with the struggle for justice in order to build tools for lasting change. 🧠✊