Megan Amaturo

Megan Amaturo is a Grants and Program Specialist at the Cummings Foundation for Behavioral Health, where she leads national initiatives to enhance law enforcement wellness and prevent suicide within police agencies. Her work centers on implementing evidence-based mental health and behavioral wellness programs and educating departments on the critical link between officer well-being and community safety. Megan designs and delivers wellness programming for police departments across the country and contributes to research on gun violence prevention—another key priority of the Foundation.

Prior to her current role, she served as a Senior Project Manager at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), where she led several officer wellness initiatives, including the National Consortium on Preventing Law Enforcement Suicide. She played a pivotal role in shaping the IACP’s strategy to address the evolving mental health needs of law enforcement.

As a member of the FBI’s Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection (LESDC) Task Force, Megan collaborated closely with the Bureau on the development, launch, and implementation of the LESDC portal. She also developed a nationally certified wellness curriculum now used in police academies across the United States.

With experience in law enforcement at both the local and federal levels, Megan brings a personal passion and unique perspective to her work. She is deeply committed to strengthening the connection between public health and public safety.

The Cummings Foundation for Behavioral Health is a nonprofit that pursues innovative opportunities to advance professional psychology and behavioral healthcare in ways that positively impact society. The foundation is dedicated to enhancing mental wellness and preventing suicide of first responders through innovative, evidence-based approaches. The CFBH partners with public safety agencies, healthcare systems, and community organizations to implement behavioral health strategies that promote resilience, reduce violence, and improve outcomes for both individuals and communities. Learn more here: www.cummingscfbh.org