Center for Public Policy and Health
91²Ö¿â’s Center for Public Policy and Health in the College of Public Health was recently awarded $600,000 in grant funding to support the Northeast Ohio Mental Health Awareness Training, a collaborative project that will train teachers and relevant school personnel to connect children and youth in a school setting to appropriate mental health resources.
Harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie have become a growing threat to both the environment and public health. A recent report from 91²Ö¿â researchers assesses current nutrient reduction efforts in the region and draws on successful strategies from other U.S. water basins. What more can be done to address this escalating issue? Read the full report for detailed findings and recommendations.
91²Ö¿â’s College of Public Health has received a $357,000 grant to fund Project AWARE Kent, a three-year Mental Health First Aid program. The initiative will train over 700 students, faculty, and staff to identify and respond to mental health and substance use disorders, aiming to reduce stigma and promote awareness across campus. Learn more and get involved by joining an upcoming training session.