Past Events

Session 2 in this webinar series focuses on building and strengthening partnerships within 988 and 911 coordination teams at the state level. This session explores the key partnerships that are essential for delivering coordinated, comprehensive crisis care across jurisdictions.

Audience: 988 and 911 coordinators, crisis care leaders, state policymakers, and community partners.

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This webinar previewed findings from the 988 Formative Research, offering insights to shape future culturally responsive and effective 988 communications. The focus is on raising awareness of 988 and building trust so people reach out for mental health support during a crisis.

The session also introduced resources to help behavioral health agencies and service providers increase 988 awareness and usage in their communities.

Audience: Behavioral health agencies, service providers, and communication professionals.

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This webinar launches a national series focused on unifying 911 and 988 systems, creating a shared space to address common questions and challenges raised across the country. It aims to bring together professionals working in parallel to support collaboration, alignment, and shared learning.

Audience: 911 and 988 professionals, crisis system leaders, public safety officials, and policymakers.

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This webinar introduces SAMHSA’s Crisis Systems Response Training and Technical Assistance Center, a national resource to support the development and improvement of behavioral health crisis systems. The session will provide an overview of the Center’s mission, services, and how communities can access training, tools, and expert support.

Audience: Crisis system leaders, behavioral health providers, state and local agencies, and community partners.