Over the past 3 years, Scouting America has seen a radical expansion in advocacy for Mental, Emotional, and Social Health (MESH) programming and policy coverage at the national, council, and unit levels. Let's follow the story of where it all began, and where we are at now.
Current political landscapes have created a divisive conversation about how state and federal dollars are used to help people battling substance use disorders or mental health diagnosis, often times excluding prevention and harm reduction practices. Could a more holistic support structure lead to better outcomes?
