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SUMMARY:Christian Counselors Support Group.
DESCRIPTION:Christian Counselors Support Group.\nAre you a professional working as a Christian or faith-based counselor or therapist? Do you find it challenging to blend your faith-driven counseling methods with secular approaches? Are you looking for a supportive community of Christian counselors who understand the unique challenges you face and can offer guidance and support? \nBlack Mental Health Canada is aware of the complexities involved in integrating spiritual and secular counseling practices. To help address these challenges and create a supportive network\, we have collaborated with Ibukun Ogunsina\, a registered therapist and Christian counselor. We are excited to launch the Christian Counselors Support Group\, an initiative aimed at addressing the particular issues and dilemmas faced by Christian counselors operating within a secular context. This support group is designed to be a space where you can share experiences\, strategies\, and insights\, benefiting from the collective wisdom and support of peers familiar with the intricacies of managing these two realms. We invite you to join this supportive and enriching community to strengthen your practice and maintain your faith-based counseling principles. \nThis group will run on the first Monday of every month\, for 3 sessions\, with each session lasting 1.5 hours\, starting Monday\, May 6th\, from 6pm-7:30pm. Join us as we embark on this journey of growth\, healing\, and empowerment together. \n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/christian-counselors-support-group-tickets-876805688417?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/christian-counselors-support-group/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Mental Health,Religion or Spirituality
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240427T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240427T143000
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SUMMARY:Loving My Kinks!
DESCRIPTION:Loving My Kinks!\n“Ugh\, my hair is the worst!” Sound familiar? Is this a common complaint from your daughter\, niece\, or another family member? Black girls often have a complicated relationship with their hair\, thanks to society’s narrow ideas of what “good hair” looks like. This struggle can really mess with their confidence and how they see themselves. But guess what? Black Mental Health Canada is on a mission to change that! \nHey\, parents! Let’s talk about how important hair is for Black girls’ self-esteem. Seriously\, not liking your hair can feel like not liking yourself. That’s why we’re teaming up with Parting the Roots Founder Simone Wright on April 27th to bring you “Loving My Kinks\,” a super cool workshop that’s all about embracing those beautiful curls and coils. \nIn this workshop\, young black girls will go on a journey to discover the awesomeness of their natural hair. They’ll learn to love it\, appreciate where they come from\, and deal with all the haters out there. Plus\, they’ll hear inspiring stories that’ll make them feel proud of their roots. This workshop is all about boosting their confidence\, helping them see themselves in a positive light\, and embracing their gorgeous kinks. \nTo be eligible for this group\, participants must be aged 12 or younger\, identify as Black\, and have the ability to engage on a virtual platform with their peers. So\, what are you waiting for? Sign up your daughters for this empowering experience today! \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/loving-my-kinks-tickets-876780964467?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/loving-my-kinks/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Family & Education,Health & Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240408T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T150157Z
UID:8775-1712577600-1712581200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:The Parenting Group
DESCRIPTION:The Parenting Group.\nParenting is undoubtedly challenging\, and raising black children introduces another layer of complexity. At times\, seeking help and support can be essential. Lolita Schmalenberg\, a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist\, wants to provide you with the space to share and learn some tools that can help you achieve the results you’re looking for. Whether the issue is discipline\, communication\, co-parenting\, or any other parenting obstacle\, you won’t walk away from this group the same. \nThis group is limited to 25 participants\, admission is on a first-come\, first-served basis. These will be a series of 12 sessions from Monday April 1st\, from 12pm-1pm\, until June 17th. Let’s embark on this journey of empowerment and evolution together. \n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-parenting-group-tickets-861034586627?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/the-parenting-group/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Family & Education,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240407T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240407T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240401T162208Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Women's Self-Care Group (EN/FR)
DESCRIPTION:The Black Women’s Self-Care Group (EN/FR).\nSelf-care has become a widely used term\, but do we truly understand its meaning? For Black women\, does self-care resemble that of other women? It may not\, and it’s essential for us to explore the distinct and culturally tailored approaches to caring for our minds\, bodies\, and souls. \nBHMC (Queens) has collaborated with Ethnotherapist and Presenter Kay Thellot to present “The Black Women’s Self-Care” experience. This transformative event is not to be missed. We’re accepting only 25 women on a first-come\, first-served basis. This is a series of 12 sessions starting on Sunday April 7th from 2pm-3pm\, and will take place all the way until June 30th. We look forward to embarking on a journey of empowerment and evolution with you! \nLe self-care est devenu un terme largement utilisé\, mais comprenons-nous vraiment sa signification? Pour les femmes noires\, le self-care ressemble-t-il à celui des autres femmes? Ce n’est peut-être pas le cas\, et il est essentiel pour nous d’explorer les approches distinctes et culturellement adaptées pour prendre soin de nos esprits\, de nos corps et de nos âmes. \nBHMC (Queens) s’est associé à la psychothérapeute et présentatrice Kay Thellot pour présenter “L’expérience du self-care des femmes noires”. Cet événement transformateur est à ne pas manquer. Nous n’acceptons que 25 femmes selon le principe du premier arrivé\, premier servi. Il s’agit d’une série de 12 séances commençant le dimanche 7 avril de 14h à 15h et se poursuivant jusqu’au 30 juin. Nous sommes impatients de nous lancer dans un voyage d’autonomisation et d’évolution avec vous! \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-black-womens-self-care-group-enfr-tickets-860075698567?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/the-black-womens-self-care-group-en-fr/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240407T110000
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SUMMARY:The Meditation Group.
DESCRIPTION:The Meditation Group.\nMeditation is a practice and a refuge—a sacred space where the soul finds peace\, even if only for an hour. Studies show that meditation relaxes and rewires the brain and builds resilience. Life is so loud but our minds don’t have to be. \nBMHC (Queens) is teaming up with Junon Macéus (author and meditation specialist) to offer exclusive online group meditation sessions. We’re accepting only 25 women on a first-come\, first-served basis. This is a series of 12 sessions starting on Saturday April 6th\, from 11am-12pm until June 22nd. We look forward to embarking on a journey of empowerment and evolution with you! \n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-meditation-group-tickets-856303876947?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/the-meditation-group/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240406T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240406T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T160631Z
UID:8803-1712397600-1712401200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Growth Mindset Challenge.
DESCRIPTION:Growth Mindset Challenge.\nHave you ever felt disappointed or disempowered because life has thrown you some curveballs? Then you won’t want to miss this group! Introducing the Growth Mindset Challenge. BMHC is partnering with Jennifer Asiedu\, an educator\, and therapist\, to explore how we can embrace challenges\, persist in the face of setbacks\, and achieve success. \nA growth mindset refers to the belief that abilities\, intelligence\, and talents can be developed over time through dedication\, hard work\, and learning from mistakes. Individuals with a growth mindset view challenges as opportunities for growth and see failure as a stepping stone toward improvement. These 12 session will occur from Saturday April 6th\, from 10am-11am\, until June 22nd. Limited to 25 participants\, admission is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Let’s embark on this journey of empowerment and evolution together. \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/growth-mindset-challenge-tickets-860092960197?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/growth-mindset-challenge/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240405T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240405T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T155533Z
UID:8801-1712340000-1712343600@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:The Pre and Post Maternal Health Counselling Group.
DESCRIPTION:The Pre and Post Maternal Health Counselling Group.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCalling all Black mothers-to-be and new mothers! Are you seeking support\, guidance\, and connection during your pregnancy and early motherhood journey? Look no further! Our specialized Pre and Post Maternal Mental Health Group Counseling sessions are designed just for you. \nAs Black women\, we understand the unique challenges and experiences you may face before and after childbirth. Our group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and culturally sensitive space where you can share your joys\, concerns\, and struggles with fellow Black mothers who truly understand.In this supportive environment\, you’ll have the opportunity to: \n✨ Explore the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy and motherhood within a Black cultural context. \n✨ Receive guidance and coping strategies for managing stress\, anxiety\, and other mental health concerns during the perinatal period. \n✨ Build connections and friendships with other Black mothers who share similar experiences and perspectives. \n✨ Access resources and information tailored to the specific needs of Black mothers and families. \n✨ Celebrate your journey of motherhood\, resilience\, and strength in a supportive community. \nWhether you’re navigating the ups and downs of pregnancy\, adjusting to life with a newborn\, or grappling with postpartum challenges\, you don’t have to do it alone. With only 25 spots available\, this intimate group setting ensures personalized attention and support for every participant. This will be a series of 12 sessions starting on Friday April 5th\, from 6pm-7pm. Join us as we uplift\, support\, and empower each other through the beautiful journey of motherhood. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-pre-and-post-maternal-health-counselling-group-tickets-863685966977?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/the-pre-and-post-maternal-health-counselling-group/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Family & Education,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240404T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240401T154419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T154528Z
UID:8800-1712217600-1712250000@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Breaking through Depression.
DESCRIPTION:Breaking through Depression.\nNavigating through depression can be particularly daunting for black women\, who often face a myriad of unique challenges and societal pressures. Recognizing this\, BMHC (Queens) is proud to unveil a dedicated space for healing and support specifically crafted to address the needs of our sisters. \nBMHC has partnered social worker and speaker\, Judy Gabriel-Virgo\, who will be facilitating Breaking Through Depression to offer not just a support group—it’s a sanctuary for growth and empowerment. Over the course of 12 weeks\, participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery\, guided by evidence-based counseling techniques and tailored practices designed to address the intersectional nature of depression within the black community. With only 25 spots available\, this intimate group setting ensures personalized attention and support for every participant. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/breaking-through-depression-tickets-856288892127?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/breaking-through-depression/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240403T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240403T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240401T152543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T153453Z
UID:8794-1712169000-1712172600@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:The Body Positivity Group.
DESCRIPTION:The Body Positivity Group.\nYou’re too Big\, You’re too Small\, You’re too Tall\, You’re too Short\, \nYou’re too Dark \, You’re too Light\, You’re too Fat\, You’re too Skinny\, etc. etc. etc. \nEmbracing every aspect of ourselves is a journey many of us are on. From being told we’re too this or too that\, the list seems endless. It’s time to learn to love the body\, skin\, and frame that God uniquely designed for each of us. \nCalling out to all Black women who have felt the weight of never feeling like they measure up. Join us in this transformative Body Positivity Group where we create a safe space for vulnerability\, deep conversations\, and growth. Over the course of 12 weeks\, we will work towards overcoming insecurities and embracing our true selves. This a series of 12 sessions starting on Wednesday April 3rd\, from 6:30pm-7:30pm until Wednesday June 19th. \nThis life-changing counseling group is open to all who are ready to break free from the chains of societal standards. We will celebrate our curves\, our melanin-rich skin\, and our unique features that have historically been undervalued. Limited to 25 participants\, admission is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Join us today before spaces fill up. And guess what? It’s absolutely free. \nLet’s embark on this empowering journey together. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-body-positivity-group-tickets-856312863827?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/the-body-positivity-group/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240403T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240403T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240401T152434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T152712Z
UID:8791-1712163600-1712167200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Beyond Limits: Thriving with a Disability.
DESCRIPTION:Beyond Limits: Thriving with a Disability.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLiving with a disability can often lead to feelings of isolation\, especially in a world that may not always understand or accommodate our unique needs. At Black Mental Health Canada\, we understand the importance of creating safe and inclusive spaces where experiences can be shared\, and ideas can be explored without judgment. \nWe believe in the strength that comes from unity and the power of collective voices. That’s why we are reaching out to Black women living with disabilities to join this group. This community is specifically curated to address the challenges and obstacles you face on a daily basis. \nIf this advertisement resonates with you but hesitations or doubts linger\, do not heed that inner voice of uncertainty. Your participation is vital in uplifting other women who navigate similar challenges and in collectively confronting the obstacles that stand in our path. \nHere\, your struggles are not overlooked but understood\, and your journey is not disregarded but honored with respect and admiration. \nRegister Today! Join us as we embark on this journey of growth\, healing\, and empowerment together\, with only 25 spots available. These are 12 consecutive sessions starting from Wednesday April 3rd\, 5pm-6pm\, until Wednesday June 19th. We look forward to embarking on this journey of empowerment and evolution\, with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/beyond-limits-thriving-with-a-disability-tickets-856322201757?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/beyond-limits-thriving-with-a-disability/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240403T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240403T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240401T151214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T152438Z
UID:8789-1712152800-1712156400@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Peace & Power: Black Women Anxiety Group.
DESCRIPTION:Peace & Power: Black Women Anxiety Group.\n  \nAnxiety\, with its complex and varied manifestations\, can create significant obstacles in daily life. It may manifest as a powerful force that paralyzes individuals\, making it difficult for them to take action or make decisions. Alternatively\, it can subtly infiltrate the mind\, leading to feelings of passivity\, reluctance\, and a multitude of excuses that hinder personal growth and fulfillment. However\, despite the different ways anxiety presents itself\, it’s important to understand that it doesn’t have to control one’s life indefinitely. \nRecognizing the unique challenges faced by Black women in dealing with anxiety\, BMHC is excited to announce the launch of our transformative anxiety groups tailored specifically to their needs. In collaboration with counselor and coach\, Priscilla Jabouin\, BMHC will facilitate “Peace & Power: Black Women Anxiety Group” an empowering 12-week group counseling program\, from Wednesday April 3rd\, from 2-3pm\, until June 19th. \nThroughout the program\, participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment\, armed with invaluable strategies to confront and overcome their anxieties. Drawing from a range of therapeutic techniques\, practical exercises\, and peer support\, individuals will acquire the tools and insights necessary to reclaim control over their lives. \nWith only 25 spots available\, our closed group setting ensures that each participant receives personalized attention and unwavering support on their path to healing. Take the first step towards a life liberated from the grip of anxiety with us. \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/peace-power-black-women-anxiety-group-tickets-860098526847?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/peace-power-black-women-anxiety-group/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240330T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240330T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240124T161748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T161748Z
UID:6536-1711791000-1711816200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n– Build knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice \n-Build awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision \n-Build capacity to translate framework in clinical practice \n-Build knowledge base of race based trauma; \n-Facilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice; \n-Deliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective. \n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/807226344727?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-16/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240323T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240323T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240124T160946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T161836Z
UID:6533-1711186200-1711211400@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n– Build knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice \n-Build awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision \n-Build capacity to translate framework in clinical practice \n-Build knowledge base of race based trauma; \n-Facilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice; \n-Deliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective. \n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/807225442027?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-15/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/looking-out-the-window-lady.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240209T212014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T143306Z
UID:7031-1710752400-1710766800@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Self Care through Hair Training
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Black Barbers and Hairstylists\nBMHC Needs You!  Welcome to an extraordinary opportunity to create a meaningful impact in our community. At BMHC\, we are reaching out to you\, our esteemed barbers and Hairstylists\, to address a crucial issue affecting our brothers and sisters: mental and emotional well-being. As barbers and Hairstylists\, your unique connection with clients positions you as frontline advocates for positive change. \nJoin us in becoming a beacon of support and understanding for those silently navigating their struggles. Black Mental Canada is introducing the “Self Care through Hair” initiative\, offering you the chance to become First Responders in identifying clients at risk of or experiencing a mental health crisis. \nAt BMHC\, our goal is to collaborate to provide training through our “First Response program.” This foundational training will equip you with best practices for identifying\, engaging in conversations\, actively listening\, and referring those who may be potentially at risk. \nALL AT NO COST.  YES\, NO COST.\nThis half day training presents a valuable opportunity for you to enhance your skills\, increase visibility\, and potentially become a paid partner in this impactful program. If you are a barber or hairstyling professional\, you can’t afford to miss out on this training opportunity and become a BMHC partner. \n. \nContent Covered during the Training\n\nModule 1: Understanding Mental Health in the Black Community\nModule 2: Active Listening and Empathy\nModule 3: Crisis Identification and Response Strategies\nModule 4: Referral Processes and Community Resources\n\n  \nOther topics that may be included:\n\nHistory of Blacks and Mental Health Care\nThe Current Context the Black Experience\nA Look at Mental Well-Being within the black Community\nRaced Based Traumatic Stress Injuries\nCultural Safety and Support\nFirst Response Recovery Plan Strategies\n\nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/self-care-through-hair-training-tickets-825667442547?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact: \nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/self-care-through-hair-training/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/unnamed.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240316T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240316T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240124T155353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T161922Z
UID:6531-1710581400-1710606600@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n– Build knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice \n-Build awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision \n-Build capacity to translate framework in clinical practice \n-Build knowledge base of race based trauma; \n-Facilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice; \n-Deliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective. \n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/807223165217?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-14/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/black-man-in-therapy.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240309T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240309T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240124T154701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T162020Z
UID:6526-1709976600-1710001800@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n– Build knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice \n-Build awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision \n-Build capacity to translate framework in clinical practice \n-Build knowledge base of race based trauma; \n-Facilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice; \n-Deliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective. \n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/807222673747?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-13/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/two-black-ladies-in-therapy.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240302T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240302T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240124T152041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T162103Z
UID:6524-1709371800-1709397000@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n-Build knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice \n-Build awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision \n-Build capacity to translate framework in clinical practice \n-Build knowledge base of race based trauma; \n-Facilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice; \n-Deliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective. \n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/807221068947?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-12/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/portrait-of-stressed-black-man-2023-11-27-05-15-44-utc-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240229
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240123T231444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T174844Z
UID:6511-1709164800-1709251199@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Experience Black History Month with Plantain Percy - "Mental Well-Being Meets Modern African Dance"
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to expand the ways in which we think about our well-being. The role of modern African dance serves as a conduit for mental well-being. A vibrant and ever-evolving aspect of the African diaspora’s cultural heritage\, that continues to inspire and influence the globe. Music and dancing are an integral aspect of many African diasporan societies. In which they facilitate teaching and promoting; social and moral values\, connection with spirit/soul and body\, as well as celebrating life. \nObjectives to: \nEnhance mental well-being\, foster community\, and improve self-esteem by incorporating modern African dance into wellness programs. \nOffer engaging modern African dance fitness classes tailored to corporate environments\, providing a unique and enjoyable approach to promoting mental well-being. \n  \nServices (Lunch & Learn)\nOn-site Dance Classes \n-Tailored classes for all fitness levels. \n-Engaging afrobeat dance fitness exploring the rhythms and vibrant movement. \n-Basic dance moves to take home and practice for all party\, and music festival needs. \n-Fun filled hour of modern African dance\, implementing history and promoting wellness \n-Duration 45mins to 1 hour \n  \nVirtual Dance Classes \n-Live and on-demand virtual classes for remote teams. \n-Accessible and engaging content. \n-Tailored classes for all fitness levels. \n-Engaging afrobeat dance fitness exploring the rhythms and vibrant movement \n-Basic dance moves to take home and practice for all party\, and music festival needs. \n-Duration 45mins to 1 hour \n  \nOperations\n  \nClass Logistics: \n-Dance instructors with expertise in modern African dance styles. \n-Flexible scheduling to accommodate different corporate environments. \n  \nTechnology Integration: \n-User-friendly platform for virtual classes. \n-Tracking and reporting tools for employee engagement and progress. \n  \nPartnerships: Be one of the first corporations to partner with us and build a strong community and presence. \nReferral Program: Encourage customers to refer friends and family. \n  \nFor more information or if you’d like to express your interest\, please email us at info@blackmentalhealth.ca!
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/experience-black-history-month-with-plantain-percy-mental-well-being-meets-modern-african-dance/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/african-dance-instructor-2023-11-27-05-35-09-utc-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240224T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240224T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240209T210730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T210916Z
UID:7028-1708767000-1708792200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Comprendre les clients noirs dans les soins de santé mentale.
DESCRIPTION:Comprendre les clients noirs dans les soins de santé mentale.\n\nÀ propos de nous:\nSanté Mentale Noire Canada (SMNC) est un organisme bénévole à but non lucratif dont la mission est de répondre aux besoins en santé mentale des diverses communautés noires du Canada. \nMission \nFaciliter l’accès à des services de santé mentale abordables\, culturellement sûrs et valorisants pour la communauté noire par l’éducation\, la défense des droits et la fourniture de ressources. \nVision \nFaire prendre conscience que les problèmes de santé mentale représentent une problématique réelle et importante au sein de la communauté noire et y répondre en promouvant des services culturellement responsabilisants et équitables. \n  \nÀ propos de cet événement:\nUtilisant un cadre afrocentrique\, l’atelier formera les praticiens de la santé mentale et les fournisseurs de services afin de soutenir les clients d’un point de vue culturel et afrocentrique. \nLes cliniciens en santé mentale ont été formés pour fournir des services en utilisant un cadre eurocentrique dans leurs prestations\, celles-ci ne sont pas toujours révélées efficaces pour les clients d’ascendance africaine. \nLes publications récentes indiquent qu’il y a des avantages cruciaux à intégrer un cadre afrocentrique dans la prestation de services lorsque l’on travaille avec des clients d’ascendance africaine ; car inculquer des valeurs africaines dans les interventions augmente les facteurs de protection et renforce la résistance pour favoriser le rétablissement. \nCet atelier soulignera les principales différences entre les approches de traitement afrocentriques et eurocentriques\, et fournira des stratégies concrètes sur la façon d’intégrer les approches afrocentriques dans les services de santé mentale pour les clients d’ascendance africaine. \n  \nÀ quoi s’attendre.\nDescription: \nCet événement vise à orienter\, éduquer et former les cliniciens et les professionnels paramédicaux sur les services aux clients d’ascendance africaine en incorporant une perspective afrocentrique dans leur pratique. \nObjectifs: \n• Construire une base de connaissances du cadre afrocentrique dans la pratique clinique \n• Sensibiliser aux implications du cadre afrocentrique dans la prestation de services \n• Développer l’habilité à appliquer le cadre dans la pratique clinique \n• Construire une base de connaissances sur les traumatismes liés à la race ; \n• Faciliter une meilleure compréhension des implications pour la pratique clinique ; \n• Offrir un plan de rétablissement du racisme sur le bien-être de la santé mentale des noirs dans une perspective afrocentrique. \n  \nInscription:\nVeuillez cliquer sur le lien ci-dessous pour vous inscrire via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/828885878977?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/comprendre-les-clients-noirs-dans-les-soins-de-sante-mentale-4/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Health & Wellness,Mental Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Untitled-design.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240224T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240224T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240104T193110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T193110Z
UID:4850-1708767000-1708792200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n\nBuild knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice\nBuild awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision\nBuild capacity to translate framework in clinical practice\nBuild knowledge base of race based trauma;\nFacilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice;\nDeliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective.\n\n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-tickets-784535064497?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-10-2-3/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Mental Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/sad-black-man.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240222
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240124T214712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T215246Z
UID:6542-1708473600-1708559999@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Experience Black History Month with Plantain Percy - "Mental Well-Being Meets Modern African Dance"
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to expand the ways in which we think about our well-being. The role of modern African dance serves as a conduit for mental well-being. A vibrant and ever-evolving aspect of the African diaspora’s cultural heritage\, that continues to inspire and influence the globe. Music and dancing are an integral aspect of many African diasporan societies. In which they facilitate teaching and promoting; social and moral values\, connection with spirit/soul and body\, as well as celebrating life. \nObjectives to: \nEnhance mental well-being\, foster community\, and improve self-esteem by incorporating modern African dance into wellness programs. \nOffer engaging modern African dance fitness classes tailored to corporate environments\, providing a unique and enjoyable approach to promoting mental well-being. \n  \nServices (Lunch & Learn)\nOn-site Dance Classes \n-Tailored classes for all fitness levels. \n-Engaging afrobeat dance fitness exploring the rhythms and vibrant movement. \n-Basic dance moves to take home and practice for all party\, and music festival needs. \n-Fun filled hour of modern African dance\, implementing history and promoting wellness \n-Duration 45mins to 1 hour \n  \nVirtual Dance Classes \n-Live and on-demand virtual classes for remote teams. \n-Accessible and engaging content. \n-Tailored classes for all fitness levels. \n-Engaging afrobeat dance fitness exploring the rhythms and vibrant movement \n-Basic dance moves to take home and practice for all party\, and music festival needs. \n-Duration 45mins to 1 hour \n  \nOperations\n  \nClass Logistics: \n-Dance instructors with expertise in modern African dance styles. \n-Flexible scheduling to accommodate different corporate environments. \n  \nTechnology Integration: \n-User-friendly platform for virtual classes. \n-Tracking and reporting tools for employee engagement and progress. \n  \nPartnerships: Be one of the first corporations to partner with us and build a strong community and presence. \nReferral Program: Encourage customers to refer friends and family. \n  \nFor more information or if you’d like to express your interest\, please email us at info@blackmentalhealth.ca!
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/experience-black-history-month-with-plantain-percy-mental-well-being-meets-modern-african-dance-3/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/african-dancing-feet.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240215T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240104T191825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T193454Z
UID:4844-1707991200-1708016400@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n\nBuild knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice\nBuild awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision\nBuild capacity to translate framework in clinical practice\nBuild knowledge base of race based trauma;\nFacilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice;\nDeliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective.\n\n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-tickets-784448746317?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-10-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Mental Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/therapist-with-black-lady.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240208
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240124T213745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T213745Z
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SUMMARY:Experience Black History Month with Plantain Percy - "Mental Well-Being Meets Modern African Dance"
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to expand the ways in which we think about our well-being. The role of modern African dance serves as a conduit for mental well-being. A vibrant and ever-evolving aspect of the African diaspora’s cultural heritage\, that continues to inspire and influence the globe. Music and dancing are an integral aspect of many African diasporan societies. In which they facilitate teaching and promoting; social and moral values\, connection with spirit/soul and body\, as well as celebrating life. \nObjectives to: \nEnhance mental well-being\, foster community\, and improve self-esteem by incorporating modern African dance into wellness programs. \nOffer engaging modern African dance fitness classes tailored to corporate environments\, providing a unique and enjoyable approach to promoting mental well-being. \n  \nServices (Lunch & Learn)\nOn-site Dance Classes \n-Tailored classes for all fitness levels. \n-Engaging afrobeat dance fitness exploring the rhythms and vibrant movement. \n-Basic dance moves to take home and practice for all party\, and music festival needs. \n-Fun filled hour of modern African dance\, implementing history and promoting wellness \n-Duration 45mins to 1 hour \n  \nVirtual Dance Classes \n-Live and on-demand virtual classes for remote teams. \n-Accessible and engaging content. \n-Tailored classes for all fitness levels. \n-Engaging afrobeat dance fitness exploring the rhythms and vibrant movement \n-Basic dance moves to take home and practice for all party\, and music festival needs. \n-Duration 45mins to 1 hour \n  \nOperations\n  \nClass Logistics: \n-Dance instructors with expertise in modern African dance styles. \n-Flexible scheduling to accommodate different corporate environments. \n  \nTechnology Integration: \n-User-friendly platform for virtual classes. \n-Tracking and reporting tools for employee engagement and progress. \n  \nPartnerships: Be one of the first corporations to partner with us and build a strong community and presence. \nReferral Program: Encourage customers to refer friends and family. \n  \nFor more information or if you’d like to express your interest\, please email us at info@blackmentalhealth.ca!
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/experience-black-history-month-with-plantain-percy-mental-well-being-meets-modern-african-dance-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240203T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240122T225411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T162332Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n\nBuild knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice\nBuild awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision\nBuild capacity to translate framework in clinical practice\nBuild knowledge base of race based trauma;\nFacilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice;\nDeliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective.\n\n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/807294448427?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-11/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240120T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240120T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240104T190159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T193715Z
UID:4839-1705743000-1705768200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care.\n\nAbout Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n\nBuild knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice\nBuild awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision\nBuild capacity to translate framework in clinical practice\nBuild knowledge base of race based trauma;\nFacilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice;\nDeliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective.\n\n  \nRegistration:\nPlease click the link below to register via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-tickets-784442688197?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-10-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240113T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240113T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20240104T182522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T190614Z
UID:4833-1705138200-1705163400@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Comprendre les clients noirs dans les soins de santé mentale.
DESCRIPTION:Comprendre les clients noirs dans les soins de santé mentale.\n\nÀ propos de nous:\nSanté Mentale Noire Canada (SMNC) est un organisme bénévole à but non lucratif dont la mission est de répondre aux besoins en santé mentale des diverses communautés noires du Canada. \nMission \nFaciliter l’accès à des services de santé mentale abordables\, culturellement sûrs et valorisants pour la communauté noire par l’éducation\, la défense des droits et la fourniture de ressources. \nVision \nFaire prendre conscience que les problèmes de santé mentale représentent une problématique réelle et importante au sein de la communauté noire et y répondre en promouvant des services culturellement responsabilisants et équitables. \n  \nÀ propos de cet événement:\nUtilisant un cadre afrocentrique\, l’atelier formera les praticiens de la santé mentale et les fournisseurs de services afin de soutenir les clients d’un point de vue culturel et afrocentrique. \nLes cliniciens en santé mentale ont été formés pour fournir des services en utilisant un cadre eurocentrique dans leurs prestations\, celles-ci ne sont pas toujours révélées efficaces pour les clients d’ascendance africaine. \nLes publications récentes indiquent qu’il y a des avantages cruciaux à intégrer un cadre afrocentrique dans la prestation de services lorsque l’on travaille avec des clients d’ascendance africaine ; car inculquer des valeurs africaines dans les interventions augmente les facteurs de protection et renforce la résistance pour favoriser le rétablissement. \nCet atelier soulignera les principales différences entre les approches de traitement afrocentriques et eurocentriques\, et fournira des stratégies concrètes sur la façon d’intégrer les approches afrocentriques dans les services de santé mentale pour les clients d’ascendance africaine. \n  \nÀ quoi s’attendre.\nDescription: \nCet événement vise à orienter\, éduquer et former les cliniciens et les professionnels paramédicaux sur les services aux clients d’ascendance africaine en incorporant une perspective afrocentrique dans leur pratique. \nObjectifs: \n• Construire une base de connaissances du cadre afrocentrique dans la pratique clinique \n• Sensibiliser aux implications du cadre afrocentrique dans la prestation de services \n• Développer l’habilité à appliquer le cadre dans la pratique clinique \n• Construire une base de connaissances sur les traumatismes liés à la race ; \n• Faciliter une meilleure compréhension des implications pour la pratique clinique ; \n• Offrir un plan de rétablissement du racisme sur le bien-être de la santé mentale des noirs dans une perspective afrocentrique. \n  \nInscription:\nVeuillez cliquer sur le lien ci-dessous pour vous inscrire via Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/comprendre-les-clients-noirs-dans-les-soins-de-sante-mentale-tickets-773144003527?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/comprendre-les-clients-noirs-dans-les-soins-de-sante-mentale-3/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230805T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230805T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20230608T213711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T171659Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care
DESCRIPTION:About Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n\nBuild knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice\nBuild awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision\nBuild capacity to translate framework in clinical practice\nBuild knowledge base of race based trauma;\nFacilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice;\nDeliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective.\n\n  \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-10/
CATEGORIES:Class, Training, or Workshop,Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230729T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230729T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20230608T213305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T171815Z
UID:2703-1690623000-1690648200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care
DESCRIPTION:About Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n\nBuild knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice\nBuild awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision\nBuild capacity to translate framework in clinical practice\nBuild knowledge base of race based trauma;\nFacilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice;\nDeliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective.\n\n  \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-9/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230719T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230719T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20230608T213053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T171853Z
UID:2702-1689759000-1689784200@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care
DESCRIPTION:About Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n\nBuild knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice\nBuild awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision\nBuild capacity to translate framework in clinical practice\nBuild knowledge base of race based trauma;\nFacilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice;\nDeliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective.\n\n  \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-8/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230715T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230715T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T131450
CREATED:20230608T212655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T171924Z
UID:2701-1689413400-1689438600@blackmentalhealth.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care
DESCRIPTION:About Us:\nBlack Mental Health Canada (BMHC) is a volunteer\, non-profit\, organization with the mission to meet the mental health needs of the diverse Black communities in Canada. \nMission \nTo facilitate access to affordable\, culturally safe and affirming mental health services to the Black community through education\, advocacy\, and provision of resources. \nVision \nTo bring awareness that Mental Health issues are a real and significant problem within the Black community and respond by promoting culturally empowering and equitable services. \n  \nAbout this event:\nUnderstanding Black Clients in Mental Health Care\, the workshop will equip mental health practitioners and service providers to support clients from a culturally and Africentric perspective. \nMental Health clinicians have been trained to provide service utilizing a Eurocentric framework in service planning and delivery\, which have not always proved effective for clients of African descent. \nEmerging literature have indicated that there are crucial benefits to incorporating an Africentric framework in service provision when working with clients of African descent; as instilling African values in interventions increases protective factors and build resilience to support recovery. \nThis workshop will delineate central differences between Africentric and Eurocentric treatment approaches and provide tangible strategies on how to integrate Africentric approaches in their work with clients of African descent. \n  \nWhat to Expect.\nDescription: \nThis event seeks to orient\, educate\, and train clinicians and Allied Health professionals on servicing clients of African descent by incorporating an Africentric perspective in their practice. We wish to increase understanding of race based trauma among racialized clients and teach clinicians and allied staff to provide services from an Africentric and asset focused perspective. \nObjectives to: \n\nBuild knowledge base of Africentric framework in clinical practice\nBuild awareness of the implications of Africentric modality in service provision\nBuild capacity to translate framework in clinical practice\nBuild knowledge base of race based trauma;\nFacilitate better understanding of the implications for clinical practice;\nDeliver a racism recovery plan on Black mental health wellness from an Afrocentric perspective.\n\n  \nContact:\nt: 1888-220-2510 \ne: info@blackmentalhealth.ca \nw: www.blackmentalhealth.ca
URL:https://blackmentalhealth.ca/event/understanding-black-clients-in-mental-health-care-7/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mental Health Canada":MAILTO:info@blackmentalhealth.ca
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