The Mental Health Association in New Jersey (MHANJ) has a rich history of improving the lives of people with mental health and substance use disorders. The MHANJ is a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to strive for children and adults to achieve victory over mental illness and substance use disorders through advocacy, education, training and services. As the Association marks 78 years of service, there is much to celebrate! The MHANJ breaks down stigma and other barriers that prevent people from seeking treatment. It builds a strong base of support and network of services for people coping with behavioral health issues and their family members.
Our Mission
The Mental Health Association in New Jersey is a statewide non-profit organization that strives for children and adults to achieve victory over mental health and substance use disorders through advocacy, education, training and services.
Our Anti-Racism Pledge
The MHANJ understands that racism undermines mental health. Therefore, we are committed to anti-racism in all that we do. We pledge to oppose racism in all its forms and iterations.
Our Vision
The vision of the MHANJ is a statewide community in which people with behavioral health disorders can achieve full potential, free from stigma and other barriers to care and recovery.