Inseparable is working to transform how mental health care is delivered in the United States by focusing on public policy, one of the most powerful levers for change. The organization partners with advocates, policymakers, and communities across the country to expand access to care and remove systemic barriers that prevent people from getting help.

The next generation of advocates: Inseparable’s Young Adult Leaders (YALs) at the annual Building Hope Summit, where emerging voices help shape the future of mental health policy.

Rather than operating within a single geography or program area, Inseparable works state by state to advance legislation that improves how mental health care is funded, delivered, and experienced. This approach allows for targeted solutions that reflect local needs, while contributing to broader national progress. By focusing on state-level policy, the organization is able to move quickly, respond to emerging needs, and build momentum across multiple regions at once. Over time, these efforts create a ripple effect, influencing national conversations and setting new standards for care.

Building a coalition for change: Inseparable staff, lawmakers, and partners gather at a Policy Academy — one of the cornerstones of the organization’s strategy to translate advocacy into legislation.

In the spring of 2026, that strategy resulted in more than 100 policy wins nationwide, each representing a tangible shift in how individuals and families access care. These victories include:

  • Expanding school-based mental health services
  • Strengthening crisis response systems
  • Improving insurance coverage
  • Reducing administrative barriers that delay treatment

Many of these wins focus on integrating mental health into existing systems, such as schools and primary care, making support more accessible in the places people already go. Others address workforce shortages and reimbursement challenges, helping to ensure that services are sustainable over time.

The organization’s work extends beyond legislation. Inseparable mobilizes public support, conducts research, and provides policy expertise to decision-makers at both the state and federal levels. In just the first quarter of 2026, the team:

  • Testified dozens of times in legislative hearings
  • Engaged thousands of advocates
  • Helped protect critical mental health funding from federal cuts

What distinguishes Inseparable is its ability to translate policy into real-world impact. Each legislative win is not an endpoint, but a mechanism for change, shaping how care is delivered in moments that matter most. Whether it is ensuring a young person can access therapy regardless of cost, enabling crisis response by trained professionals, or allowing individuals to begin treatment without unnecessary delays, these policies directly influence how people experience care.

Turning advocacy into law: Inseparable representatives, bill sponsors, and fellow advocates stand with Governor Jared Polis at the signing of mental health legislation in Colorado.

At a time when mental health challenges are increasing and systems are often fragmented, Inseparable is helping to build a more accessible and effective mental health landscape. As the organization continues to scale its impact, its growing portfolio of policy wins demonstrates how coordinated advocacy and evidence-based solutions can drive meaningful, measurable change nationwide.

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“We are relentlessly focused on policy areas that hold the greatest potential to change lives and save lives.”

– Angela Kimball, Inseparable Chief Advocacy Officer

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