Recommendations to policy makers, legislators, funders, and the City of New York to help them make informed decisions on how to advance equity and inclusion in mental health policies and practices for Asian New Yorkers.

Asian Americans are one of the fastest-growing populations in the US and in New York State and City, but they have been largely ignored by the mental health system. They tend to use mental health services less often than other

The report calls for further investment in Asian-led and Asian-serving community-based organizations to lead efforts to expand community education programs and engagement around mental health, training for mental health service providers, and expansion of service capacity.