Welcome to the Network
Welcome to the Social Determinants of Health Network, a dedicated 501(c)(3) non-profit Foundation committed to promoting health and health care in people with mental illnesses. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of individuals with mental illness by addressing the profound social factors that influence both mental and physical health.
Social Determinants of Health are non-medical social factors that affect health outcomes. These include the conditions in which people are born, grow, work, live, and age, as well as the broader forces and systems that shape everyday life conditions. SDoH include childhood adverse experiences and trauma; presence or absence of supportive social connections; stigma and discrimination; issues related to education, financial status, employment, transportation, housing, and food; as well as other factors.
What We Do:
- Innovative Research: Since 2022, the Leadership Team has published 30 papers in important journals including World Psychiatry, JAMA Psychiatry, American Journal of Psychiatry, and others.
- Learning “Collaboratory”: We facilitate global inter-professional learning and collaboration in research, education, practice, and advocacy.
- Professional and Community Training: We promote training for healthcare providers and for the larger community to address social factors in real life.
- Free Monthly Webinars Open to All: We have engaged 300+ participants.
- Global Recognition: Presentations at major national & international conferences.
Our Team:
Spearheaded by Drs. Dilip V. Jeste (Director), Charles F. Reynolds III (Secretary General), Eric Rafla-Yuan (Treasurer), and Heather Leutwyler (Newsletter Editor), our leadership is complemented by a distinguished Advisory Board of 20 global leaders in the field.
Our Achievements:
- Over 30 Peer-Reviewed Papers since 2022: Published by the leadership team in scientific journals including several high-impact ones
- Monthly Webinars: Engaging 300+ participants.
- Global Recognition: Presentations at leading national and international conferences.
How You Can Help:
Your support is crucial to our continued success and impact. We invite you to contribute through one-time or recurring donations, which are tax-deductible under IRS regulations. Donations will be used to:
- Fund Pilot Research Studies
- Support Community-Based Clinical Projects
- Offer Training Courses for Professionals and the Public
- Establish Named Awards
- Create Educational Outreach via Podcasts
- Cover Essential Operational Expenses
Make a Difference Today!
Together, we can create lasting change and improve the quality of life for those affected by mental illness.
Thank you for your generosity and support.
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