Robert Bratman, Esq. Honored with AIR Hero Award for Mental Health Advocacy

Robert Bratman, a Shareholder with the law firm Stark & Stark, was honored with the prestigious AIR Hero Award in recognition of his and his firm’s steadfast commitment to Attitudes in Reverse (AIR) and its mission to save young lives through mental health education. Bratman is pictured alongside Tricia and Kurt Baker, founders of AIR, whose work seeks to foster understanding, kindness, and empathy across communities.

Attitudes in Reverse, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about mental health, emphasizes the importance of education in preventing youth suicide and promoting emotional well-being. The group’s initiatives, which include school programs and outreach efforts, remind students that mental health disorders are often hidden struggles faced by friends, family members, or classmates. AIR’s central message is one of compassion: “We must always be kind — no matter what people’s differences are. We must understand that no one chooses to have a mental health disorder.”

Stark & Stark’s ongoing support has been integral to AIR’s work, with Bratman and his colleagues helping to expand the organization’s reach and impact. The AIR Hero Award recognizes not only their financial contributions but also their advocacy for mental health education, which has touched the lives of countless young people in the region.