The Behavioral Health Exchange builds upon the legacy of the African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (AABH-COE), a nationally recognized initiative established to develop and disseminate culturally responsive training, technical assistance, and resources to reduce behavioral health disparities among African American communities.
Through its work, the Center strengthened workforce capacity, elevated equity centered practices, and supported practitioners nationwide in delivering effective, trauma-informed behavioral health services. Although the Center has formally concluded, the need for coordinated, accessible, and culturally grounded behavioral health resources remains.
The Behavioral Health Exchange represents the next evolution of this work, transitioning from a time-limited center of excellence into a sustainable, connected national platform that expands access to knowledge, strengthens collaboration, and supports professionals, organizations, and communities in advancing behavioral health equity.
As the field continues to evolve, the exchange provides a modern, connected platform where organizations and professionals can collaborate, share expertise, and strengthen behavioral health systems together. |