E11 - Celebrating 25 Years of MHFA: Global Impact and the Path to 1 in 15 First Aiders Trained
Monday, May 5, 2025
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM ET
Location: 112AB
Join us as we celebrate 25 years of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and reflect on the incredible journey that has led to the training of over 4 million First Aiders in the U.S., on our path to reaching the ambitious goal of 1 in 15 Americans trained in MHFA. This session will spotlight MHFA's global impact, with special guests from the international MHFA community, as we celebrate more than 7 million people trained worldwide, with the U.S. accounting for 60% of this global total.
We'll explore how MHFA has transformed mental health literacy and fostered a culture of understanding, empathy, and support across communities. Attendees will hear inspiring stories of MHFA in action, learn about its far-reaching effects, and gain insights into how continued growth of the program will shape the future of mental health support worldwide.
Learning Objectives:
Identify the global reach and impact of MHFA: Over 7 million trained globally, with the U.S. leading the charge.
Explore powerful stories of how MHFA is making a difference in communities.
Understand the vision for the future: What it means to reach 1 in 15 Americans trained in MHFA.