News & Events from the Hope Coalition
In a world that moves quickly and demands constant attention, it’s easy for thoughts and emotions to build up without anywhere to go. Journaling for your mental health is a gentle, low-stakes way to slow down, process experiences and reconnect with yourself. By mindfully putting thoughts into words, you create a space to pause, reflect […]
Soul Shop May 5 , 2026 8:30 am – 4:30 pm It’s estimated that one out of every two people in a given congregation has personally been affected by suicide. Soul Shop trains faith community leaders to offer support, hope and connection to those in their congregations. Co-sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Soul Shop equips participants with the resources […]
When you notice a friend, colleague or loved one struggling, it can be hard to know the best way to support them. Knowing how to recognize the signs that someone is experiencing a mental health challenge is the first step to helping. This post from Mental Health First Aid provides 5 ways you can […]
Thank you to everyone who used their voice to help protect mental health care. NAMI Posted on January 15, 2026 Arlington, VA – After significant pushback by NAMI and a united mental health and substance use community, multiple sources confirmed late last night that the Administration will reverse unprecedented cuts made less than 24 hours earlier. The cuts, […]
Our Podcast Has Officially Launched! We’re excited to share that the first two episodes of the Wellness in the Woods Podcast are now live! Episode 1: Pilot — Welcome to the Wellness in the Woods Podcast An introduction to who we are, why we’re here, and what you can expect from future conversations. Episode 2: […]
New research reveals systematic failures across ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Meta AI in recognizing mental health conditions affecting 20% of young people Common Sense Media Thursday, November 20, 2025 Common Sense Media today released a comprehensive risk assessment finding that AI chatbots are fundamentally unsafe for teen mental health support. The research, conducted alongside Stanford […]
Sharing: Suicide Prevention Insights to Action Increasing capacity to use suicide prevention data in Minnesota Suicide Prevention Insights to Action is a quarterly publication developed by the Minnesota Department of Health Suicide Prevention Data Action Team. The goal is to improve individual, organization, and community capacity to use suicide-related data to identify high-risk groups, set […]
Can an hour’s time change disrupt our body, sleep, and mental health? Go toward the light Research suggests that changing our clocks twice a year can have various health consequences. Of the two, springing ahead one hour tends to be more disruptive. That hour change can upset our circadian rhythms, the body’s natural 24-hour cycles […]
VIRTUAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP When: Tuesdays at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM starting September 2, 2025 Where: Virtual on Zoom https://zoom.us/j/4392751585?omn=92615445411 Adults who have lost loved ones are invited to gather weekly to share tears, hope, and compassion in a safe and supportive space. This is a free, drop in peer support group – open […]
While breast cancer is a physical illness, it is one with significant mental health impact too. People with a breast cancer diagnosis during and after treatment may experience a wide range of feelings, such as anxiety, depression, sadness, anger, fear, and frustration. These feelings may be normal reactions to distressing life events and most of […]
Week 4: Advocate for change: Your voice matters. Community conversations are a common thread that builds community. There are many ways to hold conversations within your community. Consider searching for a community education class or community recreation programs near you to help you talk about mental health and suicide prevention. #YouMatterMN #CreateHopeThroughAction NW8 Adult & […]
Week 3: Connect to protect: Relationships save lives. Having conversations around mental health and suicide can sometimes be uncomfortable, but it can also make a big difference. Not sure where to start? Check out these trainings offered in Minnesota. Suicide Prevention Trainings (https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/suicide/communities/preventsuicidetrainings.html) NW8 Adult & Children’s Crisis Support Line: 800.282.5005 #YouMatterMN #CreateHopeThroughAction