Melanin Minds Ambassador
Melanin Minds Matter Inc.
We are looking for enthusiastic, mental health advocates! As an ambassador, you are directly impacting the lives of girls of color by educating them on mental health and ways to cope with everyday stressors. You will virtually facilitate session(s) that focus on the mental health topic of the week. Session include an educational piece and a hands-on activity.
Please review further qualifications below:
*Must be available during school hours. Please keep in mind that we are based in Houston, Texas which is CST.
*Local volunteers are preferred however, this can be a remote opportunity.
* We are looking for women of color to fill this position as that is our target population.
About Melanin Minds Matter Inc.
Location:
N/A, Houston, TX 77075, US
Mission Statement
To improve self-esteem, self-acceptance and self-awareness of young girls of color in preparation for a fulfilling adulthood.
Description
Who We Are
Melanin Minds Matter is a Houston, Texas school-based mental health and wellness program that targets adolescent girls of color in elementary, middle and high school from a holistic approach. Statistics show that minorities have an increased risk of unmet mental health needs, resulting in a larger loss of their global health and productivity as compared to their white counterparts. This program intends to bridge the disparities gap and focus on a population group that is often times overlooked. Melanin Minds Matter will dedicate its effort to promote creative expression and address numerous mental health topics to improve self-awareness, relationship building, problem solving and school-related skills. The girls will meet during school hours or after school where they will learn about various mental illnesses and how they may impact an individual’s personal, social and academic life. Participants will be educated on copings skills and strategies to deal with life stressors and challenges.