Chacku brings an unprecedented mix of experiences developing racial equity focused, trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally congruent mental health infrastructure with local communities, community-based organizations, large healthcare systems, as well as multiple state, territory, and tribal governments across the country.

Chacku is regularly invited to train and consult across the United States on achieving racial health equity, undoing racism, social determinants of health, building collaborations across communities and systems, peer support, cultural congruence, employment and economic self-sufficiency, leadership, suicide prevention, crisis intervention ...

As a nationally recognized thought leader, Chacku delivers inspiring, yet provocative presentations focused on the most challenging issues our communities are facing today in mental health and health equity. Connect with us to learn about our latest initiatives and solutions.

Chacku personal experiences with racism and xenophobia related trauma, suicide attempts and disabling mental health and substance use conditions, including psychosis as a youth and young adult, launched Chacku and his family towards several efforts to advocate for alternative supports, racial equity and inclusion in the community, with special ...

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Chacku Mathai is an Indian-American, person in recovery, and one of the founding board members of FOR-NY. He became involved in mental health and addiction recovery advocacy when he was only 15 years old.

Chacku’s personal experiences with trauma, suicide, and disabling mental health and substance use challenges, including being diagnosed with psychotic disorders, launched Chacku and his family towards a number of efforts to advocate for improved services, social conditions, and alternative supports in the community.

Chacku Mathai Consulting. 553 likes. Chacku has offered decades of consulting support to communities, systems, and organizations focused on supporting people with mental health and/or co-occurring...

2018年3月9日 · At 47, Mathai brings his personal and professional experience with mental health and addiction to his new job as president and chief executive officer of the Mental Health Association.