Preventing Crises, Fostering Growth

Three Organizations, One Mission

Our mission is to enhance the mental and behavioral health of all students connected to Project AWARE through an interconnected system framework with the partnerships of education, mental health, and community supports which promote wellness, resilience, and tools to empower all students, families, educators, and school staff. To reduce inequality in academic, social, behavioral, and health outcomes of young people through developing evidence-based tools and programs.

Healthy Minds, Bright Futures

Enhancing student mental health through interdisciplinary partnerships and evidence-based programs

Project AWARE aims to enhance the mental and behavioral health of students through a collaborative framework involving education, mental health, and community sports. Their evidence-based tools and programs, developed with interdisciplinary stakeholders, aim to reduce inequality in academic, social, behavioral, and health outcomes. Through comprehensive mental and behavior health supports, Project AWARE prepares students for post-secondary pathways, health crisis to enhance the work of school staff, practitioners, and policymakers.

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Collaboration and Service

Collaboration and service is the only good way to achieve widespread mental wellness.

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Continuous Improvement

A positive mindset ensures all children get what they deserve.

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Focus on the Whole Child

Everything is important; no aspect of a child's life is left out.

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Ensuring Equity

In our eyes, every child is just as important as every other one.

Community Partners

Learn more about our collaborative efforts with community partners

Tacoma Public Schools is a school district in Tacoma, Washington, that serves more than 30,000 students across 36 schools. The district is committed to providing a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students and offers a range of programs to support their academic, social, and emotional growth. Tacoma Public Schools has taken steps to address mental health issues in schools, including providing counseling services, partnering with community organizations to offer mental health resources, and training staff to recognize and respond to mental health concerns.

MultiCare is a healthcare organization that operates hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities throughout Washington State. MultiCare has made significant contributions to addressing mental health issues in the region, including establishing a dedicated Behavioral Health Center in Tacoma. The center provides a range of services, including psychiatric evaluation and treatment, substance abuse treatment, and counseling for individuals and families. MultiCare also offers community-based programs, such as support groups and outreach services, to promote mental wellness and address the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

UW Tacoma is a branch campus of the University of Washington located in Tacoma, Washington. The campus offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a range of fields, including social work, nursing, and psychology. UW Tacoma has a strong commitment to community engagement and has made significant contributions to addressing mental health issues in the region through research, education, and outreach. Faculty and students at UW Tacoma conduct research on mental health issues and work with community organizations to develop and implement programs to improve mental wellness and provide access to mental health resources.