Hi John,
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, also known as BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month.
Bebe Moore Campbell was a Black author and mental health advocate for Black and underrepresented communities. Her advocacy and written works emphasize compassion, especially in the face of stigma within and about communities of color.
This moment continues to be challenging for every one of us, our loved ones, and the people who may not look like us, but are still harmed—and it may feel like we’re stuck in survival mode—so it is all the more important to ground ourselves and care for our mental well-being, whatever that may look like to you.
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At Immigrants Rising, we offer programs to support your mental health, and I invite you to join us and use them as a space to relax, process, and feel more at ease.
Nurturing Together,
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Mayra
Mental Health Senior Manager
Immigrants Rising
Check out these creative pieces by Bebe Moore Campbell, along with immigrant creators:
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Update on Immigrants Rising
Our Board of Directors is growing! We are thrilled to announce that Alicia B., Angelica C., Lupe G.D., and Nicole A. joined Immigrants Rising as Board Members, helping shape our organization’s future. Read more about our Board Members here!
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Upcoming Events
- Promising Practices Roundtable (Fall 2025)
These monthly virtual meetings connect educators from across California to gain new strategies and access helpful resources to better guide undocumented students through higher education. You will hear directly from colleagues who are committed to developing collective solutions, including increasing access to in-state tuition and financial aid.
- Fresno ENT Workshops
Dedicated to current and aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners in Fresno County, these monthly workshops will equip you with practical skills, such as getting a loan with TMC Capital, emergency preparedness, using AI, and learning eCommerce.
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Resources for Immigrants
In partnership with the CA Workers & Family Coalition and the CA Immigration Policy Center, we compiled an extensive list of resources for immigrants, including Know Your Rights, medical care, emergency preparedness, and more. We also have a list of immediate resources on our website.
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We secured $7.5 million in the California state budget for the SEED Initiative! This major win is a reinvestment in entrepreneurship in California by immigrants and individuals with limited English proficiency. Read more in this press release. More information on funding opportunities will be announced soon!
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Are you a student in California? Sign up for the Mental Health Connector and receive free 1:1 mental health support from a licensed therapist in Immigrants Rising’s network. Sign up by August 11, 2025, to be matched with a therapist aligned with your needs.
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The Wellness Support Groups are a closed, small online space led by trained mental health providers that meet for six weeks, free to the community! Check out the new groups we’re offering this year and register by Friday, August 15, 2025, to join an upcoming group.
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Develop your facilitation skills and apply them to your local immigrant community, while receiving mentorship and community support! Join our second cohort of the Home Is Here Opportunity Program—apply here by August 1, 2025. Read more about the program here.
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Explore careers in Business Administration, Data Analytics, or Project Management at UC Berkeley Extension! With the Career Exploration Award, you will receive a course scholarship, academic advising, and professional development opportunities. Apply by August 4, 2025.
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IRL (Immigrants Rising Live)
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Our team has been busy! Here are some snippets from what we’ve been up to.
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