Business Details
22 Years
experience
Milwaukee Mental Health Task Force: Advocating for Mental Health Services in Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Mental Health Task Force has been a community leader in mental health advocacy since its formation in 2004. Our organization identifies systemic gaps in mental health care, facilitates service improvements, and amplifies the voices of consumers and families. We operate under three strategic pillars: Policy Analysis and Advocacy, Community Access, and Coalition Growth. Our multidisciplinary membership includes consumer groups, providers, law enforcement, and policymakers who collaborate to address mental health challenges.We prioritize recovery principles, cultural competence, and stigma reduction while maintaining our founding mission to transform Milwaukee County's mental health landscape through evidence-based advocacy and community engagement.
Services
Mental Health Advocacy
Policy Analysis
Community Forums
Coalition Building
Recovery Programs
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer community-driven mental health advocacy with 20+ stakeholder organizations
- Our coalition includes consumer groups, providers, and policymakers
- We implement recovery-oriented policy reforms since 2004
- Monthly forums address Milwaukee County's specific mental health needs
- We provide accessible in-person and virtual meeting options
Services
Mental Health Advocacy
Our advocacy initiatives focus on policy reform and systemic improvements in mental health care. We represent community interests through formal testimony, budget priorities, and collaboration with Milwaukee County stakeholders. Our efforts have shaped crisis care services, housing policies, and youth mental health programs. This service empowers consumers, families, and providers to influence mental health policy decisions.
Community Forums
Monthly forums provide platforms for mental health dialogue between community members and service providers. These meetings feature expert presentations, policy discussions, and opportunities for public comment. Attendees access both in-person and virtual participation options. Forums serve as critical venues for sharing lived experiences and shaping local mental health priorities.
Policy Analysis
We conduct comprehensive analysis of mental health policies and budget proposals affecting Milwaukee County residents. Our evaluations inform advocacy positions and public testimony. The service includes monitoring government proceedings, evaluating service gaps, and developing evidence-based recommendations. This work supports informed decision-making for policymakers and community stakeholders.
People
Nicole Damiano
Co-Chair
Licensed school counselor with expertise in K-12 mental health support systems. Advocate for student mental health needs in educational settings. Provides leadership in developing school-based counseling programs and social-emotional learning curricula.
Montral Cain
Co-Chair
Founder of MERA Response Team with extensive experience in youth mental health advocacy. Focuses on addressing mental health challenges facing young adults through community engagement and peer support initiatives.
Questions
What is the Milwaukee Mental Health Task Force?
We are a coalition of mental health stakeholders working to improve services through policy advocacy, community engagement, and systemic reform since 2004.
How can I attend Task Force meetings?
Monthly meetings are held at Independence First with both in-person and virtual options available through Zoom registration.
What mental health issues do you address?
We focus on crisis care services, housing access, youth mental health, substance abuse treatment, and policy reforms in Milwaukee County.
How can I get involved with the Task Force?
Community members can attend public meetings, join working groups, or apply for steering committee positions through our nomination process.
