Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida is a non-profit organization based in Clearwater, Florida. With seven employees, the organization has a revenue of $2.5 million. CCHR Florida is dedicated to advocating for mental health human rights and government relations. They focus on eradicating abuses committed in the name of mental health and enacting protections for patients and consumers. Their efforts have included documenting the overuse of psychotropic drugs in foster children, leading to a 75% reduction in prescriptions. CCHR Florida's work with the Florida legislature has resulted in laws prohibiting schools from participating in the psychiatric drugging of children and banning "Teen Screen" mental health screenings in Pinellas County schools. Additionally, they have championed legislation protecting children from involuntary psychiatric examinations and ensuring parental rights in directing their children's mental healthcare. Visit CCHR Florida's website at cchrflorida.org for more information.