Our Mission
Silence the Shame, Inc. is dedicated to revolutionizing mental health in vulnerable communities. Our holistic approach addresses the root causes of mental health stigma, reduces suicide rates, and improves overall health outcomes. We believe in treating mental health as a spectrum, focusing on wellness, prevention, and recovery in addition to illness. By recognizing the connection between mental and physical well-being, we strive to eliminate barriers to care and advocate for better environmental conditions. Through innovative programs promoting health literacy, equity, positive youth development, and self-care, we are creating a culture of support and healing. Join us in our mission to transform mental health care and make a lasting impact on underserved communities.
Our mission is to empower and educate communities on mental health and wellness. We work to redefine mental health beyond illnesses and how we care for ourselves. We curate programs, digital content, and resources to promote health equity and normalize behavioral health care. STS partners with professionals and subject matter experts to change how we think and discuss mental health to drive more people to care and recovery. STS creates platforms for individuals with lived experiences to share and encourage others to prioritize mental wellness.
WHAT WE DO
Mental Health Literacy STS signature programs include Community Conversations, Self-Care Socials, Mental Wellness Seminars, and evidence-based training like Mental Health First Aid, Question Persuade & Refer, and Counseling on Access to Lethal Means. to eliminate mental health stigma, practice healthy coping strategies, and access behavioral health resource. We utilize media platforms, including podcasts and social media content to further expand mental health education.
Positive Youth Development STS Youth Mental Wellness COPE Clinic & Silence the Shame University (STSU) offers workshops, self-care activities, and discussions for youth and young adults to learn about mental health, crisis signs, and coping skills. We support the Youth Advisory Council and Ambassador to build youth leaders and amplify their voices. Caregivers attend a Parent Café to raise resilient teens. STSU engages college students in prioritizing their well-being and supporting their peers in accessing behavioral health resources.
Community Outreach & Engagement We promote the implementation of mental health awareness strategies, self-care activities, and community outreach to support vulnerable populations at-risk of behavioral health challenges. We promote whole health and mental wellness all while combatting discrimination and the shame associated with mental illness.
How Your Donations Help
- $10 per month provides educational materials for 1 teen and their family.
- $25 per month supports 1 Parent Café for caregivers and youth-serving adults.
- $50 per month supports the development of 1 educational resource and program.
- $100 per month supports 1 Self-Care Social for a small non-profit organization.
- $250 per month supports 1 mental health training session for a community.
- $500 per month supports 1 media and awareness campaigns to empower communities to access behavioral health services.
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Our Impact
9 days ago
almost 70000 years ago
As we close an impactful year at Silence the Shame, Inc. (STS), thank you for your continued commitment to mental wellness. Your support helps create spaces where people can recognize the signs, seek help, and thrive. Mindful Moves, Quiet Courage is Silence the Shame’s 2025 year-end campaign focused on practical, everyday mindfulness and stigma reduction. The campaign brings short, accessible practices into familiar spaces—at home, at work, at school—and connects them to timely education, 988 awareness, suicide prevention training, and pathways to care. Through impact stories, “60-second resets,” and clear calls to action, we invite supporters to fund education, training, and resources that help people recognize the signs, seek help, and thrive. Little resets lead to big results when communities have tools, trust, and support. Founded by Shanti Das, Silence the Shame is a grassroots nonprofit focused on empowering and educating communities on mental wellness. In 2025, our theme—Mindful Moves, Quiet Courage—reminds us that small, everyday practices lead to big results.
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This initiative aims to shine a spotlight on the unique challenges and systemic inequities affecting the mental health of Black children and adolescents aged 4-18. The need for such a focus is underscored by the establishment of the Emergency Taskforce on Black Youth Suicide and Ment
6 months ago
On May 5th, we recognize National Silence the Shame Day, fostering discussions on mental health and wellness, nurturing relationships with loved ones, and combating the stigma around mental illness. Each year, we commemorate this special day with specialized themes that recognize the importance of mental well-being for all. This year’s theme, One Heart, Many Voices, celebrates the strength found in our vast experiences and perspectives, while promoting mental health awareness and fostering a supportive community. Together, we can confront mental health challenges and advocate for well-being, acknowledging that every voice contributes to our collective journey towards health and happiness. Every person’s story matters in the conversation about mental health. We unite to amplify support, reduce stigma, and ensure that everyone feels heard, valued, and equipped to seek help.
Causes We Support
Countries We Serve
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
We envision be a world leader on erasing the stigma and educating communities on mental wellness through Community Conversations, Wellness Trainings, compelling content, and outreach programs. So far, our organization has impacted more than 50 countries and counting.
