14 November: Selena has been honored with Morton E. Ruderman Award

Selena has been honored by the Ruderman Family Foundation with Morton E. Ruderman Award 2022 in Inclusion for her work in raising awareness and reducing stigma surrounded with mental health.

“We know that the stigma associated with mental health has led to silence around the issue. I want to change that, especially for young people,” Selena says in the clip. “I’ve been open and honest about my own journey with my mental health, and it hasn’t always been easy, but it’s something that I am constantly working on.” – Selena

“My hope is that by sharing my story, and using my platform, I can encourage others to get the help and support they need to address their mental health, Together, we can bring change as we destigmatize mental health, empower people to address their mental health, and encourage others to do the same.” – Selena

“Selena Gomez powerfully embodies our Foundation’s mission in the mental health arena — a mission which continues to take on greater importance amid today’s unprecedented mental health crisis for teens, young adults, and the entire population. Drawing inspiration from her personal journey, Selena has given voice to the struggles of countless individuals who have endured mental health challenges, while working tirelessly to increase access to indispensable mental health resources and programs,” – Jay Ruderman, president of the Ruderman Family Foundation

Source: people.com