Spotlight on a Great Cause: The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan
The Goei Center would like to shine the spotlight on The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan. This is the organization that created and launched the be nice. program, which seeks to spread awareness of bullying and the effects it has on someone’s emotional wellbeing.
The Goei Center is proud to host their Shining Through Art Show & Auction on Thursday, October 20th 2022. The event begins at 5:30p.m. with dinner, refreshments, and both a silent and dutch auction until 7:00 p.m. Proceeds will support the Foundation’s be nice. program, as well as the artists and other mental health education programs.
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About be nice.
be nice. is a program with a four-step action plan that's proven to save lives. Under the leadership of Executive Director Christy Buck, the Foundation enlisted Grand Valley State University researchers to conduct an evidence-based study to prove the effectiveness of the program. Results concluded the be nice. program creates a positive culture, increases mental health referrals, and increases behaviors that prevent suicide.
When used effectively, the be nice. action plan - to notice, invite, challenge, and empower - encourages individuals to challenge themselves and others to seek appropriate professional help when they notice mental health changes or concerns. This program equips individuals in schools, businesses, faith institutions, and communities with the knowledge and confidence to take action when it comes to mental health and suicide prevention.