Mental Health First Aid’s Impact on Organizational Culture: What We Learned

-- 73% reported that MHFA was the only MH related training they’ve had

-- 69% reported changes in their organizations mental health culture as a result of MHFA (supportive and understanding environments, reduction in stigma, comfort in discussing mental health, managers modeling healthy work life balance, mental health discussed in meetings)

--55% reported changes in the way organization supports those it serves (better recognition of mental health crisis, knowledge of clear referral pathways, using MHFA training skills, sharing self-help strategies, greater personal comfort in de-escalating situations, consistently sharing mental health resources)