GOYA CARES RAISES AWARENESS OF THE MENTAL HEALTH EPIDEMIC AMONG U.S. CHILDREN AND TEENS [Video]

Company Hosted Free School Assemblies Nationwide to Support World Mental Health Awareness Day (October 10)

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Oct. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States and an advocate for community health and well-being, is raising awareness of the critical mental health issues affecting children and teens across the United States. In support of World Mental Health Awareness Day on October 10, Goya Cares hosted a series of free school assemblies in New Jersey, Chicago, Texas, and Florida to educate and empower middle and high school students regarding mental health.

“Press Pause” is an educational film focusing on Sofia Rodriguez, a 15-year-old facing challenges of adolescence, including self-doubt and an abusive relationship amidst her parents’ tumultuous divorce. Set against the backdrop of her Hispanic family, the film tackles cultural nuances around affection and personal boundaries, particularly highlighting the discomfort Sofia experiences from unwanted attention by her uncle.

“At Goya, we …

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