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® …
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 …
U.S. Conference of Mayors Backs Move with the Mayor® to Improve Mental and Physical Health and Resilience
Kansas City, MO – The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) unanimously passed a resolution Sunday urging communities to prioritize social connectivity, physical activity, and mental health. USCM, a nonpartisan organization of over 1,400 mayors, “urges mayors to engage members of their communities to be more physically active and socially …
Mayors Pass Resolution Promoting Active Living for Improved Mental and Physical Health and Resilience
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5th, 2023 Contact: John M. Clymer Executive Director 202-903-7303 Columbus, OH – The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) today called on communities to use Move with the Mayor™ to improve mental and physical health, social connections, and enhanced resilience. The …
