Usap Tayo! 2017 

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Glen's Story

FMHI-SF’s former coordinator, Glen, shares his story of building with others, hope &
​a healthy community.

Princess' Story

Migrante SoMa-Tenderloin member, Princess, speaks on the importance of holistic activity such as Zumba to address anxiety, and trauma within the migrant community. ​

Rey's Story

FMHI-SF Staff-member, Rey, advocates for FMHI-SF being a culturally responsive Mental Health provider for the Filipino American community.
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Ursula's Story (Pt. 1)

Samoan Wellness Initiative member, Ursula, speaks on healthy community practices to end stigma on mental health.
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Ursula's Story (Pt. 2)

Samoan Wellness Initiative member, Ursula suggests holding safe spaces for communities to process healing, and to create a healthier culture together.​

Erina's Story

 FMHI-SF member and Galing Bata Middle School Team Leader, Erina, shares her story working with FMHI-SF to address the mental health needs of her students.

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Rani's Story

FMHI-SF member, Rani, talks about finding home within the FMHI-SF community as it reflects and supports the mental health needs of Filipino immigrants.
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Bern's Story (Pt. 1)

In Part 1 of her story, FADF/Bayanihan Executive Director and FMHI-SF member, Bern Sy, encourages the community to realize that the power of wellness begins from within.

Bern's Story (Pt. 2)

 In Part 2 of her story, Bern Sy, reaffirms that FMHI-SF reflects the needs of its community to better address mental health.
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Sheila's Story

FMHI-SF member, Sheila speaks on the positive work of FMHI-SF being made up of Filipino providers, and consumers who are coming together to shape the mental health culture in our community.

Alexis's Story (Pt. 1)

FMHI-SF member, Alexis, speaks on the importance of leading by example to create a positive mental health community.

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Alexis's Story (Pt. 2)

FMHI-SF member, Alexis refers to Filipino suicidality stats to describe her intention for being a mental health provider and advocate.

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Joyce's Story

FMHI-SF Staff-member, Joyce, shares her story of finding hope during difficult times.
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Bernadette N.S.'s Story

FMHI-SF member, Bernadette N.S. encourages the Filipino community to use the power of human interaction to address mental health.

Miguel's Story

 RAMS Peer Wellness Center Program-coordinator, Miguel, advocates for his community to be brave and speak on Mental Health.

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Miguel's Story

RAMS Peer Wellness Center Program-coordinator, Miguel, speaks on the importance of self-care towards helping others.

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Robert's Story

 FMHI-SF member, Robert reminds us that San Francisco is ground zero for Mental Health Rights; it is critical to continue and expand the support and services towards our wellness.
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Stacey's Story

FMHI-SF member, Stacey talks about finding your own unique ways to practice mental health. Join us as we share stories of strength and healing.

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Charm's Story

 FMHI-SF member and Galing Bata Program Director, Charm, speaks on the collaborative effort between FMHI-SF and Galing Bata to better support its youth and their families.
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Kate's Story (Pt. 1)

In Part 1 of her story, FMHI-SF member, Kate talks about how history, inherited colonization and understanding those things can impact our mental health and identity while growing up as Filipinos in the Diaspora.

Kate's Story (Pt. 2)

​In Part 2 of her story, Kate reflects on the strength of people coming together to address mental health.


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