Pahoua Yang
About Pahoua Yang
Pahoua Yang's Professional Title
Pahoua Yang serves as the Vice President of Community Mental Health and Wellness. In this role, she oversees programs and initiatives that aim to improve mental health outcomes within the community. Her responsibilities include program management, strategic planning, and leadership in the field of mental health services.
Pahoua Yang's Education and Expertise
Pahoua Yang holds a PhD, demonstrating her high level of academic achievement and expertise in her field. She is bilingual in Hmong and English, which allows her to serve a diverse population more effectively. Her expertise includes managing co-occurring disorders and providing trauma-informed, culturally relevant mental health services.
Pahoua Yang's Background in Trauma-Informed Care
Pahoua Yang has a background in delivering trauma-informed care, which focuses on understanding, recognizing, and responding to the effects of all types of trauma. She uses culturally relevant practices to better serve diverse communities, ensuring that her approach is sensitive to the specific cultural contexts of the individuals she supports.
Pahoua Yang's Public Policy Advocacy
Pahoua Yang has been actively involved in public policy advocacy with a focus on mental health. Her advocacy efforts aim to influence public policy decisions to improve mental health services and outcomes. She engages with policymakers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to promote mental health awareness and legislative changes.
Pahoua Yang's Community Engagement
Pahoua Yang participates in numerous community events and workshops to provide educational resources and engage with the public on issues of mental health. She has been a speaker at notable events such as Ordinary Magic, where she shares insights and information on mental wellness. Additionally, she has been involved in the Campaign for Families initiative, which focuses on supporting family mental health.