Racism and mental health resources
Signposting to organisations for specialist mental health support for those impacted by racism.
It’s a sad fact that racism is still prevalent in our industry, systems and society today. Whether covert or more explicit, it can leave those targeted experiencing a raft of difficult feelings, such as feeling alone, upset, humiliated or angry.
If you’ve been the victim of racism in any form, from microaggressions to discrimination, there is support available. You can find details of specialist organisations here below.
You can also talk to NABS’ Advice Line. Our advisors can provide a listening ear and help you explore the options available, such as raising a complaint at work, without putting you under any pressure to take any action.
Explore the links below to find the right help for you.
The Black, African and Asian Therapy Network
Provides access to a large community of therapists mainly of Black, African, South Asian and Caribbean heritage.
Visit the Black, African and Asian Therapy Network website for support and more information.
Black Minds Matter
The BMM mission is to connect Black individuals and families with free mental health services provided by professional Black therapists.
Visit the Black Minds Matter website for support and more information.
Mind
Advice and support for anyone experiencing a mental health problem. Mind campaign against Inequalities affecting Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. You can speak to someone for support by calling their helpline or explore their website for lots of information and guidance on managing your mental health.
Your local branch of Mind might also know of suitable organisations and support in your local area.
Visit the Mind website for support and more information.
Phone: 0300 123 3393
Nafsiyat Intercultural Therapy Centre
If you’re finding it challenging to access support due to barriers such as culture or language, you can access therapists who work across various languages and cultural backgrounds.
Visit the Nafsiyat Intercultural Therapy Centre website for support and more information.
Rethink Mental Illness
Support specifically for Black, Asian and other minoritsed ethnic people experiencing mental health issues
Visit the Rethink Mental Illness website for support and more information.
Victim Support
Support if you’ve been a victim of hate crime regardless of whether the incident has been reported to the police. You can get help by calling their helpline, getting support online or by contacting your local victim support.
Visit the Victim Support website for support and more information.
Phone: 0808 168 9111
Young Minds
Offers guidance on how to look after yourself if your mental health has been impacted by being treated differently or unfairly because of your race, skin colour or ethnicity.
Visit the Young Minds website for support and more information.
NABS are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or reliability of information found on these sites.