Programs
At HER Brain Health, our programs advance equitable brain health for women and girls through education, trauma-informed approaches, and research-driven advocacy. Each program area is grounded in science, community partnership, and a commitment to long-term healing.
Women
public health education
We provide evidence-based education on neurological and mental health across the lifespan, with a focus on communities historically excluded from specialized care.
Program focus includes:
➤ Brain health literacy and prevention
➤Neurological and mental health conditions affecting women
➤The impact of chronic stress, trauma, and social determinants on the brain
➤Culturally responsive and accessible learning formats
Education initiatives are designed for community members, clinicians, students, and advocates, translating complex science into practical, empowering knowledge.
Brain Health Education Areas
At H,E,R Brain Health, Brain Health Education focuses on building knowledge, agency, and prevention across the lifespan using culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and evidence- based approaches.
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Foundations of Brain Health
Understanding the brain across the lifespan
Brain development, aging, and neuroplasticity
Brain health vs. mental health: what’s the difference?
Early warning signs and when to seek care
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Women’s Neurological Health
Sex and gender differences in brain health
Migraines, seizures, and chronic neurological conditions
Stroke risk, prevention, and recovery in women
Neurodegenerative diseases affecting women
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Mental Health & the Brain
Depression, anxiety, and mood disorders
Psychosis and severe mental illness
Cognitive changes, memory, and attention
Reducing stigma through brain-based understanding
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Trauma, Stress & the Nervous System
How trauma affects the brain and body
Chronic stress, cortisol, and cognitive health
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and lifelong impact
Healing, regulation, and resilience from a neurobiological lens
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Brain Health & Violence Exposure
Gender-based violence and brain health outcomes
Intimate partner violence, head injury, and cognition
Sexual violence and trauma-related neurological effects
Safety, screening, and survivor-centered responses
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Brain Health Across the Life Course
Brain health in childhood and adolescence
Reproductive years, pregnancy, and postpartum brain health
Menopause, aging, and cognitive changes
Caregiving, burnout, and cognitive load
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Brain Health, Culture & Identity
Culture, belief systems, and help-seeking
Racism, discrimination, and cognitive stress burden
Immigration, displacement, and brain health
Language access and culturally responsive education
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Brain Injury & Cognitive Health
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and mild head injury
Concussion awareness and recovery
Cognitive impairment and functional changes
Brain injury in underserved populations
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Prevention, Wellness & Protective Factors
Sleep, nutrition, and physical activity for brain health
Stress management and nervous system regulation
Social connection and cognitive resilience
Community-level protective factors
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Navigating the Health System
Understanding neurological and mental health care
Advocacy, self-navigation, and patient rights
Barriers to care and how to overcome them
Preparing for appointments and evaluations
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Brain Health, Policy & Equity
Structural determinants of brain health
Health policy and access to care
Why equity matters in neurological research
Community advocacy for systems change
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Brain Health Literacy for Youth & Families
Youth-friendly brain health education
Parenting, stress, and child brain development
Intergenerational trauma and resilience
Building healthy brain environments at home
Research & Advocacy
We bridge research, policy, and practice to drive systems-level change in brain health.
Program focus includes:
➤ Knowledge translation and dissemination
➤ Community-engaged and equity-focused research
➤ Policy advocacy addressing structural drivers of brain health inequities
➤ Collaboration with academic, clinical, and community partners
Our advocacy efforts ensure that evidence informs decision-making and that women’s brain health is recognized as a public health and human rights priority.
Trauma & Resilience
We center trauma-informed approaches that recognize how lived experiences shape brain health, behavior, and access to care.
Program focus includes:
➤ Trauma, stress, and neurobiological health
➤ Gender-based violence and its neurological and psychological impact
➤ Resilience-building at individual, community, and systems levels
➤ Survivor-centered, culturally grounded frameworks for healing
This work affirms that trauma is both personal and structural—and that resilience must be supported through care, policy, and community investment.
Programs in Development
HER Brain Health is actively building partnerships and initiatives. Program offerings will expand over time in response to community needs, research findings, and policy opportunities.
HER Brain Health is a program of Healing, Equity & Resilience (H.E.R.) Global Brain Health Alliance, advancing brain health justice for women and girls.