Mental Health Advocacy News

Rosalynn Carter's Impact: A Journalist's New Purpose and a World's Final Farewell

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's advocacy for mental health and her establishment of the Rosalynn Carter Mental Health Journalism Fellowship have had a profound impact on journalism. By encouraging journalists to consider the purpose and impact of their work, Carter created a framework for using journalism to fight stigma and make positive change in the lives of those with mental illness. Her vision has led to significant progress in mental health reporting and a community of journalists dedicated to improving conditions for people with mental illness.