Public Sector Committee

Chair                                             Co-Chair
                        

Hannah Larsen, MD                              Marcus Vicari, MD

Mission statement: 

Our mission is to advocate for policies and systems that promote mental wellbeing and ensure equitable access to comprehensive mental health and substance use care by collaborating with community partners, advancing legislation, providing education, and supporting/mentoring the psychiatric workforce.

Objectives: 

  • Advocate for policies, programs, and finances that promote greater access to care.
  • Advance social justice and equity.
  • Support physician leadership and advocacy within public and community psychiatry.
  • Promote sustainable careers in public sector/community psychiatry through mentorship and community.
  • Promote public and community psychiatry within our field and society.

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