Mind Bloom Maryland is a student-led mental health awareness and advocacy campaign based in Montgomery County, Maryland. Our work focuses on addressing mental health challenges faced by students and communities across the state by combining education, legislative advocacy, and access to reliable resources.
Founded by Noor Said and Janani Parthasarathy, students who saw firsthand the lack of clear, youth-friendly mental health education, Mind Bloom Maryland works to break stigma, encourage open conversations, and empower individuals to seek support. Through school-based outreach, community events, and policy advocacy, we aim to create long-term, systemic change in how mental health is understood and supported in Maryland.
Our mission
Our mission is to promote mental health awareness, advocate for meaningful change, and provide accessible, high-quality resources to students and families across Maryland.
How we work
We partner with schools to deliver engaging presentations and workshops designed specifically for students. Our sessions focus on practical skills, reducing stigma, and helping students understand that they are not alone. Each visit includes interactive discussions and take-home materials so learning continues beyond the presentation.
Mind Bloom Maryland believes lasting change requires action at the policy level. We participate in legislative advocacy by testifying before boards of education and government bodies to push for stronger mental health support systems, increased funding, and improved access to school-based mental health services.
Through fundraisers and community support, we raise funds to create and distribute free mental health resources, including worksheets, pamphlets, and informational guides. All funds are used to directly support educational outreach and resource accessibility.