SAMHSA’s Children’s Mental Health Initiative

SAMHSA’s Children’s Mental Health Initiative (CMHI) aims to improve mental health services for children and youth with or at risk of mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders. It provides grants to support community-based programs that promote early intervention, prevention, and treatment. The initiative emphasizes collaboration among families, schools, healthcare providers, and communities to create comprehensive support systems. The goal is to help children and their families access effective mental health care, reduce stigma, and foster resilience, ensuring children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.