The Encounter: Practical Black Mental Health Conference
For more information, please feel free to take a deeper dive on our website below: https://blackmentalhealth.ca/the-encounter-2024/
Date and time
Location
Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel
901 Dixon Road Toronto, ON M9W 1J5 CanadaRefund Policy
Agenda
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration and Networking
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Opening Remarks
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Riveting Keynote Address
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Coffee Break
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Compelling Panel Discussion
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Evidence-Based Workshop
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Marvelous Performances
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Thought-Provoking Keynote Presentation
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Break
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Inspiring Presentations
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Closing Remarks for Day 1
5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Networking Reception
About this event
- 1 day 9 hours
Our Objective
Should you attend this conference? Here are three questions to help you decide.
- Are you a helping professional?
- Do you work with Black individuals?
- Would you benefit from learning Africentric evidence based practices to support your clients?
The Practical Black Mental Health Conference is just that – it’s all about practicality. For the thousands of individuals who have participated in our ‘Understanding Black Clients’ workshop, this event promises to be a gamechanger offering attendees a chance to witness theory in real-world application.
Topics of Interest
The conference panel discussions will tackle crucial areas essential for effective mental health care. Some key areas include, but are not limited to:
- Cultural competence: Exploring the diverse cultural values, traditions, and beliefs shaping the Black community’s mental health landscape.
- Intersectionality: Recognizing the complex interplay of race, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, and other factors within the Black community.
- Building trust and rapport: Highlighting the foundational aspects of effective care.
- Language and communication: Addressing crucial elements of culturally sensitive care.
- Cultural considerations: Integrating into care delivery, with a focus on incorporating culturally relevant practices and perspectives.
Who Should Attend?
The Practical Black Mental Health Conference welcomes Psychologists, Social Workers, Psychotherapists, Guidance Counsellors, Psychiatric Nurses, Front line and Support Workers, Correctional Officers, HR and EDI Consultants, Peer Support Workers, Occupational Therapists, General Practitioners/Family Physicians, Rehabilitation Therapists, Child and Youth Workers, Crisis Intervention Workers, Addiction Counsellors and any individual that can benefit from gaining practical Black Mental Health Skills.
Why Attend?
By participating in the Practical Black Mental Health Conference, attendees will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of Black mental health issues, gain access to Africentric tools and modalities, hear from experts in the Africentric space, gain practical insights for their work and practices, and contribute to the advancement of Black mental health service provision.
Benefits of Attendance
Participants can expect the following benefits from attending the Practical Black Mental Health Conference:
- Access cutting-edge information and best practices in Black mental health care
- Deepen understanding of Black mental health issues.
- Exchange ideas with peers and experts in the field.
- Gain practical insights for clinical practice or research.
- Contribute to the advancement of Black mental health awareness and advocacy.
- Network with professionals and advocates dedicated to Black mental health.
We encourage you to join us at the Practical Black Mental Health Conference to contribute to this vital conversation and drive positive change within our communities.
Contact:
t: 1888-220-2510
e: info@blackmentalhealth.ca
w: www.blackmentalhealth.ca