Move with the Mayor® campaign highlights flu prevention and its connection to heart health Ten mayors from communities across the country have joined the 2026–2027 Move with the Mayor® flu immunization awareness public service announcement (PSA) campaign to encourage residents to find their reason for getting a flu shot. Led by the National …
What happens when mayors lead by example?
People show up. They lace up their walking shoes. They meet new neighbors. They spend time in places that bring people together. And along the way, they build something that's just as important as physical activity: stronger connections with the people and places around them. That was the story of the 2026 Move with the Mayor® Spring …
Move with the Mayor® celebrates 52 cities advancing mental well-being through movement and connection
Fifty-two cities hosted 103 events this spring, turning parks, schools, sidewalks and community spaces into places for movement, connection and mental well-being. The 2026 Move with the Mayor® (MWTM) Mental Health and Physical Activity Challenge encouraged mayors to bring residents together through active, accessible community events. The …
U.S. Conference of Mayors Backs Move with the Mayor® to Help Communities Improve Heart Health, Mental Well-Being, and Resilience
Long Beach, CA – The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) passed a resolution on Sunday, urging mayors to help residents in communities of all sizes improve their heart health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life. USCM, a nonpartisan organization of more than 1,400 mayors, "encourages mayors to use programs such as Move with the Mayor® …
55 Mayors Unite to Champion Mental Health Through Movement and Connection This May
National challenge places special focus on veterans and older adults Fifty-five mayors across the country are launching the 2026 Move with the Mayor® (MWTM) Spring Mental Health and Physical Activity Challenge today. The monthlong initiative, which coincides with Mental Health Awareness Month, invites residents to improve their mental health …
Mayors Host Over 100 Events During Mental Health and Physical Activity Challenge
Mayors nationwide hosted over 100 events this spring to raise awareness about the vital role of social connection and active living in promoting mental and physical health. Over the monthlong Move with the Mayor® (MWTM) Mental Health and Physical Activity Challenge, 50 mayors led their communities in activities that encouraged daily movement …
Mayors Credited in Sharp Drop in Overdose Deaths
CDC data shows decline in overdose deaths; mayors say local prevention efforts work Mayors across the country helped drive a 26.9% drop in U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024, according to a national briefing held Friday morning — a remarkable reversal after years of increases. During the 30-minute session, hosted by the National Forum for …
Mayors Nationwide to Kick Off Move with the Mayor® Mental Health Challenge on May 1
Mayors encourage residents to combine movement with connection to improve mental health This May, 51 mayors nationwide will inspire their communities to move, connect, and thrive. The Move with the Mayor® (MWTM) Mental Health and Physical Activity Challenge kicks off on May 1, with mayors inviting individuals to join a community-wide effort …
Mayors Contribute to Decline in Overdose Deaths by Leading Efforts to Support Mental Health
Mayors across the country have played a key role in the nearly 24% drop in U.S. drug overdose deaths reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC data reflects a decline in overdose deaths over the 12 months ending in September 2024, marking the lowest rate since June 2020. Through the Move with the Mayor® (MWTM) …
