🧠 Mental Health Fact of the Week 🗣️ July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the unique mental health challenges faced by BIPOC communities and advocate for more culturally competent care. Cultural Competence Is More Than a Buzzword Without cultural competence , care becomes unsafe, even when it’s well-intentioned. A 2021 report from the American Psychological Association found that ethnically minoritized clients felt their mental health provider truly understood their cultural background . When providers lack cultural awareness or dismiss lived experiences of racism, it can erode trust and reduce engagement with care. True cultural competence isn’t about memorizing cultural traits; it’s about practicing cultural humility , asking better questions, and creating a space where people feel seen, not stereotyped. Why It Matters When people from marginalized communities don’t feel emotionally safe with their providers, they’re less likely to: 🧠 Seek...