Kurt D. Newman, M.D., President & CEO, Children’s National
Hospital (retired)
Recognizes the sustained contributions of an individual or organization who has donated much needed funds, raised public awareness, reduced stigma and advanced our mission to build better lives for people with mental illness and their families.
The Honorable Stacey E. Plaskett (D-USVI), U.S. House of Representatives
Is given to an individual (often elected or government officials) who, by acting in accord with their conscience, pursued a larger vision of the national, state or local interest in support of mental health legislation or funding of services while facing pressure from constituents or other local interests.
Dr. Laquandra Nesbitt, Executive Director of the GW SMHS Center for Population Health Sciences & Health Equity, Sr. Associate Dean for Population Health and Health Equity at George Washington University
Recognizes a healthcare professional or company that achieved significant results during COVID by creating an innovative plan, campaign, or medical devise/medicine, demonstrating exceptional leadership in the public or private sector.
Addison E. Rose, Teen Mental Health and Social Justice Advocate, 2021/2022 & 2022/2023 DC Youth Mayor, and the 2022/2023 Eastern Region Teen President, Jack & Jill of America, Inc.
Recognizes a person 8-21 years of age who demonstrates courage, leadership and service in their work to promote mental health recovery and ensure that all people living with mental illness live full lives in their communities.
Our foundation is rooted in education. Through mentorship, internships, and training, we’re removing barriers and bringing a new level of mental health awareness to our communities and partners. Our PM Legacy Scholarship Program has awarded over $100,000 to more than 70 deserving students pursuing careers in the field of Human Services, empowering the next generation of mental health and other healthcare providers.
We believe mental wellness and abundant life is facilitated through holistic care. Lack of safety and food insecurities, among others, are issues that threaten the mental health in vulnerable populations and communities. Every year, through our A Million Steps to Mental Health Awareness Walk and other fundraising initiatives, we invest in organizations providing mental health and wraparound services addressing food and housing insecurities, youth development, life skills, Veteran’s mental health, women’s safety and security, family services and support for re-entry citizens. We invest in organizations commi ed to reaching the underserved, that provide these necessary services for a thriving, abundant community. We also invest in clinical and demographic research initiatives, conducting needs assessments and analyzing the findings to be er serve and inform.
Preventive Measures has successfully integrated the role of Community Support Workers, as defined by the DC Department of Behavioral Health, into our mental health treatment model. These individuals work in collaboration with the client’s treatment plan to provide emotional and social support, connect the client to helpful resources and life skills, and positively impact the success of their mental health journey. Through the PM Foundation, we are expanding this initiative to subsidize these direct mental health services, in Pennsylvania and other regions, including therapy, psychiatric care, community support, and other rehabilitative programs.
