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WE ALL HAVE THE POWER TO

CHANGE THE FREQUENCY

Project AWARE Indiana is helping to Change the Frequency of how mental health education and awareness are practiced in schools and communities statewide.

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CREATING AWARENESS –
EMPOWERING STUDENTS

Since 2018, Project AWARE has trained 25,800+ educators and provided 357,000+ mental health assessments to students across Indiana. Through Project AWARE, we are establishing sustainable infrastructure for school-based mental health programs and services in every corner of our state by:

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  • Increasing awareness of youth mental health
  • Providing mental health training to school personnel
  • Connecting youth and their families with mental health services
  • Reducing stigma associated with mental health
  • Advocating for sustainable mental health awareness practices for educators, youth, and their families

Our Impact

PROJECT AWARE - MAKING AN IMPACT

29,163

Educational professionals trained

3,036

Mental health professionals trained

152

Organizational industry partnerships to improve mental health practices

328,019

Students receiving either informal or formal mental health related assessment

31,780

Individuals referred to mental health or related services

19,003

Referrals resulted in delivery of mental health or related services

Dataset compiled and provided by Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation

SUPPORTING STUDENTS
IN ACTION

Through Project AWARE, school systems are creating mental health-focused initiatives that help in establishing safe and supportive environments for students. These efforts are making a true impact toward prioritizing student well-being.

INDIANA PROJECT AWARE

LESSONS LEARNED

Project AWARE is committed to the ongoing evaluation of programs and initiatives across Indiana. The following guide covers lessons learned through our partnerships and school-based initiatives. We hope this information will help other communities working toward enhancing mental wellness initiatives in schools.

  • Overall Project Success
  • Infrastructure and Capacity Development
  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
  • Student Outcomes

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Lessons learned

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RESOURCE
LIBRARY

Incorporating small, daily habits into your classroom and curriculum can make a lasting impact. The Resource Library provides comprehensive tools for establishing positive, effective advancements for student mental wellness.

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Let’s connect!

Ready to learn more about Project AWARE or simply want to know more about mental health—we’re here to help.

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CONTACT US!

AWAREin@doe.in.gov

317.234.6849

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All activities and resources shown on this website are a result of the FY 2018, FY 2021, and FY 2022 Project AWARE–SEA grant awarded to the Indiana Department of Education by the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), FOA, No. SM-18-006, CFDA No.