Last updated on July 9th, 2024 at 10:00 am
Summary: This session is a panel presentation that communicates a forward vision addressing disparities in agricultural mental health. The presenters will explore the development of a farmer specific hotline, the efforts of a state department of agriculture, and suggested strategies to address a central objective-to meet the mental health needs of ALL agricultural producers and their families. This session is designed to spark discussion, ideas, collaborations between community and governmental groups to thoughtfully build a mental health safety net across cultures.
Intended Audience: Ag producers, farmers, ranchers, farm families, rural and ag community members, rural and ag policy makers, health and safety professionals
Objectives: At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to…
- Describe diverse, cultural characteristics of rural and agricultural communities to inform innovation in mental health.
- Understand the scope of work required to develop a farmer specific hotline.
- Discuss program strategies that could address the gaps of mental health programming.
- Explore state-level efforts to address disparities in mental health and agriculture.
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