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Embodying Freedom: Addressing Mental Health in the Black Church Utilizing Trauma Informed Care
April 24, 2023 @ 3:35 pm - 4:35 pm EDT
Embodying Freedom: Addressing Mental Health in the Black Church Utilizing Trauma Informed Care
Chelece-Atavia Brown
This presentation will explore the history of the Black church and the impact of generational trauma. Mental health disparities in the Black community will be identified and. This presentation utilizes Afrocentric and systems theory to analyze historical context, modern representation, and provide future implications for collaborative faith-based health resources.
April 24, 2023 3:35 PM – 4:35 PM EDT
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Chelece-Atavia Brown
This presentation will explore the history of the Black church and the impact of generational trauma. Mental health disparities in the Black community will be identified and. This presentation utilizes Afrocentric and systems theory to analyze historical context, modern representation, and provide future implications for collaborative faith-based health resources.
Restoreth My Soul is a trauma-informed care program for Black churches developed by this presenter. Restoreth My Soul will be launched in September 2023. The program aims to create conversations about mental health in local/international African American church communities through webinars and virtual conferences.
Restoreth My Soul will provide resources to reduce the members and leaders silently suffering as result of their trauma. The intended outcome of the program is the educate, evaluate, and implement mental health policies in Black congregations.
April 24, 2023 3:35 PM – 4:35 PM EDT
REGISTER FOR CE CREDIT