Our Impact
SOLID
In collaboration with the Student Organization Leaders Intentional Development team, we launched a mandatory mental health training module to equip UConn's 2,400+ student leaders with the knowledge and skills to recognize signs of distress amongst peers. This essential resource is now a permanent component of SOLID training.
Parent Portal
In collaboration with UConn administration, we helped create a parent portal to improve communication and transparency between guardians and students. With over 37,000 parents signed up, the portal has become a major success, strengthening family connections within the university.
High School Training Modules
In partnership with Joseph Leroy, principal of South Windsor High School, we implemented a comprehensive mental health training module for all 1,300 students. This initiative equips students with practical strategies and resources to support their own mental well-being and assist their peers, fostering a stronger and more empathetic school community.
SHaW Chatbot
In collaboration with Mainstay and SHaW, we are assisting in integrating Artificial Intelligence on the University of Connecticut’s Student Health and Wellness website. This initiative improves website navigation and provides quick, accurate answers, ensuring students can easily access the information they need to support their well-being.
Conferences
We were thrilled to be accepted to present at the Annual Connecticut Psychological Association Conference held at Yale. Sharing our findings with professionals in the field was a valuable opportunity to foster discussions, raise awareness, and advocate for actionable change in addressing mental health stigma across generations.
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South Windsor Annual Faculty Presentation
Through the South Windsor Annual Faculty Presentation, we had the opportunity to speak to over 40 administrators, sharing insights on intergenerational stigma, our personal stories, and strategies to enhance mental health programs and initiatives in their school system. Through this experience, we have continued to collaborate with South Windsor, implementing programs and trainings aimed at fostering stronger partnerships with families and improving mental health outcomes for students.
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Equity Council Presentation
We recently presented our research and discussed the overall problem of intergenerational stigma to the Equity Council, highlighting its impact on equity and inclusion. This group of administrators and teachers from school-based equity teams is driving meaningful change, and we are excited to support their ongoing efforts.
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Bangladeshi Mela Presentation
At the Bangladeshi Mela Festival, our poster showcased essential student health and wellness resources while emphasizing the importance of advocacy across campus. Connecting with students in this vibrant setting was an invaluable opportunity to promote awareness and encourage a culture of support and well-being.
Outreach
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SHaW Faculty and Adminstration Presentation
We recently had the opportunity to share our research and address the broader challenges surrounding intergenerational stigma with the entire administration of UConn’s Department of Student Health and Wellness. Engaging with this dedicated team was inspiring, and we are eager to continue supporting their efforts to foster a healthier, more supportive campus environment.
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Tier III Student Leadership Presentation
We had the opportunity to engage with the UConn Undergraduate Student Government (USG), along with The Daily Campus, WHUS Radio, Nutmeg Publishing, SUBOG, and UCTV, to share insights on mental health and the role of leadership in fostering well-being. Supporting these student leaders in building a mental health toolbox with practical skills was an inspiring step toward driving positive change on campus.
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Holistic Huskies Podcast
We were featured on UConn's Holistic Huskies podcast, sharing our journey and discussing our mental health advocacy at UConn. We highlighted our 3-pronged approach—educating students, parents, and faculty—through initiatives like SOLID Training, parent newsletters, high school programs, and research on intergenerational stigma. We explored cultural stigma, redefined success and emphasized resilience and faculty’s role in fostering supportive environments.