NR 607 Week 5 Assignment: Mental Health Advocacy Infographic – Black, indigenous, and people of color

General Instructions

1. Examine the topic of the social determinants of mental health by reading the required readings:
   • Fink-Samnick, E. (2021). https://chamberlain.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/fulldisplay? context=PC&vid=01CUCON_INST:DEFAULT&search_scope=MyInst_and_ CI&tab=Everything&docid=cdi_proquest_miscellaneous_2507666807 Professional Case Management, 26(3), 121-137. https://doi.org/10.1097/NCM.0000000000000497
   • Fink-Samnick, E.

(2021). https://chamberlain.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/fulldisplay? context=PC&vid=01CUCON_INST:DEFAULT&search_scope=MyInst_and_ CI&tab=Everything&docid=cdi_proquest_miscellaneous_2561924998 Professional Case Management, 26(5), 224-241. https://doi.org/10.1097/NCM.0000000000000518.

2. Determine your assigned marginalized mental health population by reviewing the chart For example, if your last name is Sullivan, your assigned population is homeless individuals. (I have highlighted the one you will do)

3. Use comLinks to an external site. or another infographic development tool to create a teaching tool to share with lawmakers or on social media.

Include the following sections (detailed criteria listed below and in the grading rubric). In an infographic, address the following sections related to your assigned marginalized mental health population.

1. • Background: Provide a brief overview of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in mental health care for your assigned marginalized
   • Current Challenges: Highlight the existing barriers faced by your assigned marginalized mental health clients in accessing equitable and inclusive
   • Impact of Legislation: Explain how legislation can address the challenges faced by your assigned marginalized mental health clients and promote positive change.
   • Benefits of Legislation: Emphasize the potential benefits of legislation for your assigned marginalized mental health clients, healthcare providers, and
   • Current Proposed Local or National Legislation (within the past year): Identify current proposed local or national legislation and explain the implications for your assigned population
   • Call to Action: Encourage viewers to support legislative efforts and advocate for policies that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in mental health care.
2. Submit a PDF, .png, or .jpg file of the infographic.
3. Include a screenshot of the infographic from Canva or the platform of your choice that includes the date and time it was created. See the example below.
4. The screenshot should match the infographic submitted.