HHS Publishes National Model Standards for Substance Use, Mental Health, and Family Peer Worker Certifications

June 16, 2023 by Sarah Johanek, MPH in ANNOUNCEMENTS

On June 6th, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) published National Model Standards for Peer Support Certification for substance use, mental health, and family peer workers. These standards aim to accelerate the universal adoption, recognition, and integration of the peer mental health workforce across all elements of the healthcare system.

So What is a Field Catalyst?

June 09, 2023 by Joy Burkhard, MBA in ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health has recently been honored with the prestigious title of "Field Catalyst" for its exceptional contributions to the advancement of maternal mental health care. This recognition highlights the Center's pivotal role in driving transformative change and fostering innovation in this critical area of maternal mental healthcare.

The Policy Fellows Graduate

May 23, 2023 by Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health in ANNOUNCEMENTS

This year the Policy Center ran our second Government Agency Fellows program and third Nonprofit State Policy Fellows program. This May, both cohorts graduated from the 12-month programs and presented their action plans to staff, board members, and guests.

Putting Maternal Mental Health Needs on the Map: Plum Organics and the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health Launch Maternal Mental Health Campaign

May 10, 2023 by Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health in ANNOUNCEMENTS

Leading baby food company teams up with policy think tank and thought leader for first-of-its-kind national map and “Pin”-tition to shed light on maternal mental health care in the U.S.

Inaugural Maternal Mental Health State Report Cards Released

May 03, 2023 by Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health in ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health, in collaboration with the George Washington University, is releasing the first-ever grading of state efforts in addressing maternal mental health; The results are gut-wrenching – the U.S. has received a D, and 42 states received Ds and Fs.

Maternal Mental Health Policy Leader Rebrands as the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health

March 31, 2023 by Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health in ANNOUNCEMENTS

2020 Mom Announces its new name: the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health. The name reflects the 10+ year-old non-profit organization’s work identifying a path forward for health care systems change, with the goal that all mothers are provided the support and treatments they need to thrive.

Maternal Mental Health Organization Shares Postpartum Psychosis Symptom Checklist in Response to Recent Postpartum Psychosis Tragedies

January 31, 2023 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

2020 Mom, a national leader in maternal mental health policy and practice change, shares the importance of detecting postpartum psychosis by re-releasing its psychosis symptom list.

The TRIUMPH for New Moms Act Passes!

December 27, 2022 by 2020 Mom in POLICY, ANNOUNCEMENTS

The federal bill that 2020 Mom has championed, was passed by Congress and calls for the development of a national strategic plan to address maternal mental health.

Honoring Native Americans and Exposing Health Disparities

November 21, 2022 by Kandyce Hylick, MPH in ANNOUNCEMENTS

November is Native American Heritage Month and 2020 Mom wants to address the maternal mental health disparities and honor the history and culture of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN).

Though Native Americans faced historical trauma and now face extremely high rates of maternal mortality and depression little effort has been made to recognize and prioritize this first population’s maternal mental health disparities and needs.

Plum Organics and 2020 Mom Partner to Drive Change in Mental Health Care for Moms

November 07, 2022 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

Leading organic baby food company partners with nonprofit organization to help provide resources and close gaps in maternal mental health care for moms.

2020 Mom Hires New Key Leaders

August 08, 2022 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

Rebecca Britt, MA, Kandyce Hylick, MPH, Sarah Johanek, MPH, and Ebony Wrenn, M.Ed. join 2020 Mom to further its work to aggressively close the gaps in the U.S. maternal mental health care system.

2020 Mom Announces 2022-2025 Strategic Priorities and New Board Members Priya Bathija, Rosanna Durruthy & Julie Stadlbauer

January 25, 2022 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

National maternal mental health advocacy non-profit announces its focus on improvements to screening and diagnosis, insurance coverage and reimbursement, and build-up of providers and treatments, as it expands its Board of Directors.

Wednesday, September 15th, 2021 Marks Our 10th Anniversary

August 09, 2021 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

We turn 10 on September 15th.
We are so grateful to have played a foundational role in identifying the gaps and barriers to providing universal maternal mental health care and elevating the opportunities to close them.

2020 Mom Welcomes Two New Staff Members to the Executive Leadership Team

July 20, 2021 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

LaToya Davis, Communications and Marketing Director; Shalini Wickramatilake, Director of Public Policy, join 2020 Mom to further its work to aggressively close the gaps in maternal mental health.

TRIUMPH for New Moms Act To Build Strategy for Improved Mental Health of U.S. Mothers

June 29, 2021 by 2020 Mom in POLICY, ANNOUNCEMENTS

2020 Mom champions a new bill calling for the formation of a federal interdepartmental maternal mental health task force and strategic plan to identify opportunities, coordinate resources, and build upon programs to improve the well-being of mothers.

Our Reach and Impact in 2020

December 28, 2020 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today we are pleased to unveil our annual impact report.

Highlights include:

Hosting the 10th Maternal Mental Health FORUM, a 2-day event held in L.A. and webcast across the country, bringing together 650 cross-sector change agents and inspiring change.
Releasing the ‘State of the State Report’ which identified gaps that have been closed and have yet to be closed in Maternal Mental Health.

Why People Just Like You are Giving to 2020 Mom This Holiday Season

November 26, 2020 by Joy Burkhard, MBA in ANNOUNCEMENTS

This year, like in years’ past, we accomplished a lot on a dime:

We had our biggest audience and most powerful speakers yet at the Maternal Mental Health FORUM, where cross-sector change agents convene to learn and get inspired

We launched the State Policy Fellows Program to drive state policy change nationally

We supported moms in navigating complex insurance denials

We pivoted from holding a 3-day Mom Congress event to building an on-line membership platform for Mom Congress change-makers and going deep to lift up urgent child care policy needs given the COVID crisis

We can’t produce pathways for change like this without your support.

2020 Mom Announces Election of its Board of Trustees’ Chairperson and Secretary

October 06, 2020 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

Carole Mendoza, benefits/HR executive, to serve as Chairperson; Kobi Ajayi, graduate research assistant, to serve as Secretary, leading 2020 Mom into its second decade.

It’s our Birthday!

September 25, 2020 by Joy Burkhard, MBA in ANNOUNCEMENTS

I founded 2020 Mom 9 years ago this month, because my worlds collided:

- I lost my little brother to suicide. This happened while I worked in the healthcare system and led quality management accreditation for Cigna Behavioral Health. I tried desperately to figure out the mental health system and how to get him help. It didn't work.

Perigee Fund Invests in 2020 Mom, Executive Director Joins From Cigna

July 29, 2020 by 2020 Mom in ANNOUNCEMENTS

Perigee Fund Invests in 2020 Mom, Executive Director to Depart Cigna

LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2020 Mom has been awarded a significant multi-year capacity investment by the Perigee Fund, a philanthropic organization focused in supporting early parenting, so families can thrive.

Effective August 1, 2020 Mom’s Board of Directors is pleased to hire Joy Burkhard, MBA, the organization’s founder, as its full-time Executive Director. Joy will be departing Cigna after nearly 25 years, where she has held leadership roles in supporting regulatory compliance and quality improvement efforts.