Partnership for the Public Good

Decriminalizing Behavioral Health: A WNY Coalition to Separate Mental Health and Substance Use Response from the Punitive Justice System

Young people with mental health challenges and substance use disorders often end up in the punitive justice system, with increased contacts with police and increased rates of arrest that negatively impact their well-being and opportunities. This coalition will work to reverse this trend, bringing healthcare and civilian response models to WNY.

CATEGORY: Community Change
LOCATION: Buffalo, NY
AMOUNT: $200,000
YEAR AWARDED: 2021
WEBSITE: https://ppgbuffalo.org/

FEATURED IMPACT STORY


SAFEGUARDING GAINS IN MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Based in Northampton, The Center for Public Representation (CPR) is a nationally recognized legal advocacy organization that designs and implements systematic reform and initiatives to ensure people with disabilities can live in the community and exercise choice in all aspects of their lives. The organization is committed to equality, diversity, and social justice. The Center’s … Continued