2024 Miles for Mental Health Annual 5K Run Cancelled
- Lucy King
- Mar 25, 2024
- 1 min read
We learned earlier this week that the Miles for Mental Health 5k was cancelled, but we do want to take this moment to shine a light on Carroll County Mental Health Advocates and why they are important to Carrollton Rainbow and members of the queer community of Carrollton and the west Georgia area.
Members of the LGBTQ+ community are more than twice as likely as heterosexual people to experience a mental health condition in their lifetime, according to the American Psychiatric Association. They are also less likely to receive effective, compassionate care.
It is important to note that identifying as LGBTQ+ is not in and of itself a mental illness or disorder. Instead, it is a core component of someone’s identity that makes them more likely to struggle with their mental health due to a variety of risks and hardships.
Carroll County Mental Health Advocates provides critical support services, resources, and education to individuals and families impacted by mental illness and addiction and the Carroll County community. Their work is incredibly valuable and important and we look forward to another opportunity to partner with them in the future!
Even though the run won’t happen this year, the conversation around mental health must continue. Just as we advocate for emotional wellness, we should also prioritize access to preventative care tools like an HPV test for women. Every step-whether physical or proactive-counts toward a healthier future.
It’s unfortunate to hear that the 2024 Miles for Mental Health 5k run has been cancelled. Events like these are so important for raising awareness and supporting mental health initiatives. Running and physical activity can be incredibly therapeutic for mental health, especially when it comes to overcoming addiction. Finding healthy ways to cope and heal is vital, and I hope there are other opportunities for the community to come together and support mental health in the future. For those seeking help, the Canadian Centre for Addiction provides essential resources to guide individuals on their recovery journeys. Let’s keep the spirit of these causes alive!