Webinar
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
12:00 pm – 1:15 pm ET
Registration closes September 16 at 11:59 pm ET.
Summary
Join us for a webinar exploring best practices and resources for what works best to support mental health and resilience for youth in systems of care such as foster care, juvenile detention centers, and other systems. We will also explore how to identify healthy habits for youth to support their mental health, discuss approaches for thriving amidst challenges, and address techniques for effectively supporting individuals in crisis.
Here is what you can expect to learn at this event:
- Learn how to bring out healthy habits and support mental wellness
- Learn how to support individuals in crisis
- Explore what has worked through practical approaches and best practices
Presenters
Patricia Joseph, M. Ed.
Goodwill Industries of KansasÂ
Patricia Joseph studied political science, international studies, and public health. After completing her undergraduate degree, she dedicated a year of service with AmeriCorps, where she mentored and co-taught youth at a local charter school, meanwhile serving as the Chief Data Support on school culture.
She later earned her Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She worked as a mental health worker, facilitating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum with the Mental Health America of South-Central Kansas.Â
She transitioned to a role with Goodwill Industries of Kansas – Mission Services, where she is currently involved in strategic planning and implementation of initiatives and services to support individuals facing barriers to employment. She also serves as a project coordinator with the Kansas University Medicine Practice Association of Wichita’s Psychiatry Department. In this role, she is involved in piloting a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) curriculum for students at Haysville High School.
Alexandria Ware M.S
Culture Creations Inc.
Alexandria Ware is a dynamic child advocate, keynote speaker, and the Founder and CEO of Culture Creations Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Black and Brown youth from foster care backgrounds. With a deep commitment to advancing the well-being of vulnerable children, Alexandria has played a pivotal role in passing the SOUL Family Bill. She contributes to national initiatives to improve outcomes for foster youth. Her work is driven by her lived experience and a passion for fostering healing, stability, and opportunity.
Event Support
This program is available through funding by Grant Number 90AK0078 from the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families. Its contents are solely the responsibility of Health Care Education and Training, Inc., and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families