NATIONAL LATINO BEHAVIORAL
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841560470
2001
COCHITI LAKE, NM 87083
nlbha.org
NLBHAORG
National Latino Behavioral Health Association
Overview
The National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the behavioral health of Latino populations. It operates under the designation for educational, charitable, or scientific purposes, among others.
Mission
The mission of NLBHA focuses on influencing national behavioral health policy, eliminating disparities in funding and access to services, and enhancing the quality of services and treatment outcomes for Latino communities.
Programs and Activities
- Behavioral Health Interpreter Training: Offers intensive training for staff to improve linguistic skills in interpreting for behavioral health settings.
- Bob Martinez Center of Innovation in Latino Behavioral Health: This center develops innovative approaches and culturally informed programming to promote wellness within the Latino population.
- Juntos Podemos Scholarship Program: Provides scholarships for Latino students pursuing degrees in behavioral health, supporting their career development and contributions to the field.
- Annual Conference: Hosts conferences to discuss current challenges and advancements in Latino behavioral health.
Governance and Operations
The organization is governed by a board of directors and operates with a key focus on being community- and data-driven. It maintains a comprehensive approach to supporting healthy environments for youth and fostering a network of professionals in the forefront of behavioral health developments affecting Latinos.
Financials
NLBHA relies primarily on contributions for its revenue, with significant portions allocated to executive compensation and other salaries. The organization aims to maintain financial stability while advancing its mission to improve Latino behavioral health.
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The National Latino Behavioral Health Association Celebrates its 25th Anniversary! The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration Center for Mental Health Services established the National Congress for Hispanic Mental Health and produced a national agenda called “Creating a Vision for the 21st Century.” Thus, the formation of the National Latino Behavioral Health Association founded by the original board of directors led by Josie T. Romero. More than 100 national leaders from across the U.S. including NLBHA's Executive Director Fred Sandoval were convened to develop a set of recommendations to improve the mental health of Latinos in the U.S. This year, NLBHA is proud to announce our 25th Anniversary and invite you to join us at the 2025 National Latino Behavioral Health Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico for a special reception at the Clyde Hotel to commemorate an important milestone in our history in improving the wellbeing of Latinos throughout the U.S. NLBHA is a recognized leader and partner with SAMHSA and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Visit our website www.nlbha.org to learn more about our impact and programs and become part of our National Affiliates and join our free Juntos Network by visiting https://nlbha.org/juntos/ (fb)
May is #MentalHealthAwareness Month—a great time to think about who makes your life meaningful, 🫶 who inspires you, 🤩 who sparks joy in your life. ✨ Find out more about taking care of your mind and body: samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope #SelfCare #Wellness (fb)
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Registration Open August 79 2025Albuquerque NM 2025 National Latino Behavioral Health Conference Accepting JTR Scholarship Applications Juntos Podemos. Each year NLBHA provides college scholarships to Latino students who earn degrees in behavioral health and pursue careers in the field. One graduate can help thousands improve their wellbeing. Help us support NLBHAs JTR Scholarship program.
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