About Us
Your professional home to help you support and enhance the relational development of 0-5 year olds and their families
Mission
The New York State Association for Infant Mental Health (NYS-AIMH) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen and promote social and emotional well-being for all children ages 0-5 in a relational context in New York State.
Purpose
NYS-AIMH promotes uniform, nationally recognized standards to ensure those engaged in the multidisciplinary fields supporting young children are trained in the up-to-date science of child development and relationship-based practices. It provides professional development, creates a statewide competency system, and raises awareness about issues impacting young children and their families.
Our History
The New York State Association for Infant Mental Health (NYS-AIMH) was formed with one of its important goals being to advance the system of standards and competencies now called, in New York, the New York State Endorsement System.
Our People
The rapid growth of NYS-AIMH is credited to volunteers who have served tirelessly to develop and expand our impact in the lives of young children and their families. Their focus and direction have also helped our small paid staff achieve goals and milestones in support of our mission.
We Are:
Part of the Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health
The Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health is a global leader committed to promoting the healthy emotional and social development of infants, young children, and their families. We achieve this by building and supporting a highly skilled workforce equipped to meet the unique needs of young children through relationship-centered practices. In partnership with individuals and organizations worldwide, we provide training, consultation, and resources to empower professionals in this critical field.
An Affiliate of the World Association of Infant Mental Health
WAIMH is a multidisciplinary international infant mental health organization which supports research, education and clinical intervention that promotes optimal mental health for very young children and their caregivers.
We are a 501(c)(3) organization made up of a voluntary Board of Trustees and members, and we are supported by part-time paid and voluntary staff.
