Connecting Our Voices

05/14/2026

05/14/2026

This past Friday, COV leadership attended Youth Celebration Day to celebrate Year One of the Northern New Mexico Youth Fund! 🎉

We were especially proud to have five of our Career Pathways Youth Employees join us for this inspiring event. It was wonderful to celebrate the impact of youth leadership, community engagement, and the amazing work being done to invest in young people across Northern New Mexico.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration possible! 💙



National Latino Behavioral Health Association

05/05/2026

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 💚
A Community Wellness & Connection Gathering

Sometimes the best way to take care of ourselves is by simply coming together. 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 creates a welcoming space where we can slow down, connect with one another, share our experiences, and support mental and emotional wellbeing through meaningful conversation.

We’re excited to invite you to 𝙩𝙬𝙤 upcoming Circles of Care events:

𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗮, 𝗡𝗠
📍 Chama Elementary School, in partnership with Northern NM Recreation and Outdoor Conservation foundation
81 Pine Ave, Chama, NM 87520
🗓 Friday, May 15, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

𝗘𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗮, 𝗡𝗠
📍 Moving Arts Española
68 NM-291, Española, NM 87532
🗓 Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM MST

✨ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁:
• Meaningful connections
• Inspiring conversations
• Wellness tools & resources
• Community support

💚 As we move through Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s a meaningful time to prioritize connection and care for ourselves and each other.

𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿: https://forms.office.com/r/eLRJNiBVRL



National Latino Behavioral Health Association

05/01/2026

💚 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 💚

May is a time to check in with ourselves, each other, and to remember how powerful community can be for our well-being.

This 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮, there are two great 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦 ways to connect, give back, and support community well-being here in Española:

𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗽 – 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗮
📍 Lucero Center | 8:00 AM
Start the day outdoors with neighbors helping keep Española clean and beautiful. Giving back and spending time together can do so much for our mental health. Breakfast snacks and lunch provided!

𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁
📍 Valdez Skate Park | 12–5 PM
Come through for an afternoon of live music, skate demos, art, food, and access to important resources including mental health support, overdose prevention, CPR/first aid, and more. Rooted in care, culture, and community.

However you show up, you’re part of building a stronger, more connected community. We hope to see you there.

04/28/2026

Join us this Thursday, April 30th from 4:30–6:00 PM for a Circles of Care community wellness gathering in partnership with Peak Behavioral Health Services.

Come together as we cultivate meaningful connections, strengthen resilience, and honor the importance of mental wellness in our communities.

We hope to see you there!

Join us for Circles of Care 💜

We’re bringing community together for an evening of connection, wellness, and meaningful conversation. Come be part of a space where you can connect, share, learn, and grow alongside others.

📍 Peak Behavioral Health Services
1316 Calle Adelante Suite E
Española, NM 87532
🗓 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

✨ What to expect:
• Meaningful connections
• Inspiring conversations
• Wellness tools & resources
• Community support

Click here to register: https://forms.office.com/r/eLRJNiBVRL



National Latino Behavioral Health Association

04/27/2026

We want to take a moment to express our deep gratitude to everyone who came together in response to the Riverside Fire in Española. From the brave firefighters and first responders who acted swiftly under pressure, to the volunteers, local agencies, and neighboring communities who mobilized without hesitation. Your commitment and courage made a difference.

This fast-moving fire impacted our community, burning acres of land and damaging structures while prompting evacuations in the area. In the face of uncertainty, we witnessed something powerful: people showing up for one another.

To those who helped evacuate families, protect homes, care for animals, provide resources, or simply check in on neighbors, thank you. Your actions reflect the strength, compassion, and resilience of our community.

Moments like these remind us that we are not alone. When it matters most, we come together.

Rio Arriba County
Española Firefighters Union IAFF 4339
Santa Fe Fire Department
Santa Clara Pueblo Fire Department
Ohkay Owingeh Fire Rescue
United Way of Northern New Mexico
Rob Vigil
Melisha Lee Montaño
Jacob Torres

National Latino Behavioral Health Association

04/22/2026

Join us for Circles of Care 💜

We’re bringing community together for an evening of connection, wellness, and meaningful conversation. Come be part of a space where you can connect, share, learn, and grow alongside others.

📍 Peak Behavioral Health Services
1316 Calle Adelante Suite E
Española, NM 87532
🗓 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

✨ What to expect:
• Meaningful connections
• Inspiring conversations
• Wellness tools & resources
• Community support

Click here to register: https://forms.office.com/r/eLRJNiBVRL



National Latino Behavioral Health Association

04/22/2026

We are pleased to announce that Dolores Huerta, Founder & President of the Dolores Huerta Foundation and Co-founder of the United Farm Workers of America, will be a featured Keynote speaker at the 2026 National Latino Behavioral Health Conference in beautiful Albuquerque, New Mexico, from September 9 to 11, 2026!

Dolores Huerta is one of the most influential labor leaders and civil rights activists in American history, dedicating her life to justice, equality, and community empowerment. In 1962, she co-founded the United Farm Workers of America (UFW) and served as Vice President, playing a vital role in securing critical labor rights for farmworkers. Huerta's activism extends beyond labor rights. She has been a fierce advocate for women’s rights, LGBTQ+ equality, and political representation.

We are honored to have Dolores Huerta speak at the 2026 National Latino Behavioral Health Conference. Take advantage of Early Bird Registration rates today and reserve your stay at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque.

For more information, visit: https://nlbha.org/2026conference/

04/09/2026

Join the American Psychiatric Association and the National Latino Behavioral Health Association for a FREE Youth Summit & Mental Health Fair focused on connection, wellness, and community.
• Interactive conversations on stress, anxiety, and resilience
• Music, food, raffles & cultural performances
• Connect with local mental health resources and services
• Open to youth, families, educators & community members

📅 Saturday, April 11, 2026
Youth Summit: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Mental Health Fair: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 National Hispanic Cultural Center | 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM 871002

Bring a friend, your family, y toda tu gente! This is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and support youth mental wellness in our community 💜

Youth Summit Registration:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NLBHAYouthSummit

Mental Health Fair (Eventbrite):
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apa-moore-equity-in-mental-health-fair-in-partnership-with-nlbha-tickets-1976492642700?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl