Our Mission
Educate, Empower, and Uplift Minds
Uplifting Minds bridges the gap between South Asian youth, their parents, and mental health professionals to break down cultural barriers that prevent young people from seeking help. We recognize that in the South Asian community, mental health is too often overlooked, creating dangerous silence around struggles with depression, anxiety, and suicide. Through specialized cultural competency training programs and advocacy across Michigan, we empower healthcare providers, educators, and families to foster open, honest dialogue about mental health. Our work creates safe spaces where students feel supported in reaching out to both their parents and professionals before it's too late.
Our Goals
Partner
Uplifting Minds collaborates with healthcare providers, academic institutions, and corporations across Michigan to create cultural competency curriculum and professional development programs.
Educate
Uplifting Minds focuses on educating the South Asian youth about the misconceptions and stigma that often prevent individuals from seeking help. By addressing cultural beliefs and enhancing awareness, we can redefine mental health care and provide youth with the tools to thrive.
Empower
Through training culturally competent therapists, equipping youth with leadership roles, and building peer support networks, we enable individuals to advocate for their well-being and create lasting change within their families and communities.
Our Focus
Mental Health
Mental health encompasses our emotions, thoughts, and overall well-being, shaping how we connect with others. In South Asian communities, cultural stigma often frames mental illnesses as weaknesses or spiritual issues, leaving nearly 80% of cases untreated. This underscores the need for culturally informed education and accessible care.
Events
Uplifting Minds hosts frequent events that bring communities together to learn, share, and support mental health. Through workshops, panels, and activities, we create spaces where conversations about wellness are open, inclusive, and empowering.