Strategies to Prevent and Treat Adolescent Substance Use
2023-06-26 10:00 - 10:45 (America/Chicago)
John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Approximately 1 in 5 youth ages 12-17 are participating in substance use, including alcohol, tobacco, and cigarettes, and illicit drugs.
Youth and adolescents who use substances are at risk of using as adults, and to limit this risk it is important to not only connect those currently using with helpful resources but also to prevent use before it begins. It is a challenge to identify youth who are struggling, and once identified, the wait to receive care is often prohibitive to timely treatment.
Potential options for increasing screening and access to treatment include creating systems within primary care settings (90% of youth receive primary care), including school systems in screening and treatment, and stand-alone digital interventions. Join Dr. Uche Aneni as she discusses some of the most pressing issues in the youth substance use space and opportunities to treat and prevent use.
This event will be virtual.

ABOUT
Kammarauche Aneni

Dr. Kammarauche Aneni is an Assistant Professor of Child Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Aneni received her MBBS from the University of Ibadan College of Medicine, Followed by her MHS from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She later became the Chief Resident at Duke University Hospital and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow at Yale School of Medicine.
Dr. Aneni has received serval awards, including the NIDA HEAL Diversity Supplement from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the YCCI Scholar Award from Yale Center for Clinical Investigation, the NIDA CTBH Pilot Award from the Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, as well as the NIH AIM-AHEAD Fellowship Program in Leadership from the NIH.
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Camp with a Mission
2023-07-17 09:00 - 2023-07-20 14:30
Frank P. Phillips Memorial YMCA
Camp With A Mission is an annual event at the YMCA in Columbus, MS. It is designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their non-disabled buddies ages 13 and up. Usually held in July, there are various activities like swimming, arts & crafts, community visitors, aerobics, and more!
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Community Health Fair
2023-08-19 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-08-26 10:00 - 14:00
Mississippi Achievement School District
“Wellness encompasses a healthy body, a sound mind, and a tranquil spirit. Enjoy the journey as you strive for wellness.” Laurette Gagnon Beaulieu
The Mississippi Delta Region is attributed to mortality rates that are ten times higher than non-Delta Counties and 20% higher than rates in the United States overall. 39.6% of the population is obese in MS, with Yazoo County ranking 54 out of 82 for overall health and Humphreys County 80 out of 82, attributing to 44% and 50% of adult obesity among the population, respectively. Mississippi has the second-largest national percentage of childhood obesity at 37.3%. The Mississippi Achievement School District has a vital role in assisting our population through education and demonstrative outlets to improve the health of our state. To that end, we will host Health and Wellness Fairs in our community to provide primary and preventive health measures to increase health awareness by providing health screenings and motivating our population to make positive health and behavior choices.

Social Justice Symposium
2023-08-25 - 2023-08-26
Mississippi State University chapter of Counselors for Social Justice

The members of the Mississippi State University chapter of Counselors for Social Justice would like to invite you to attend this virtual symposium on Friday, August 25, and Saturday, August 26, from 9 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. both days. The theme this year is Social Justice and Trauma. This virtual symposium is free to all attendees, and CEUs will be given.

August 25

9:15 A.M. Dr. Cirecie West-OlatunjiMelba Fortuné Martinez Endowed Professor
Director, Center for Equity, Justice, and the Human Spirit Xavier University of Louisiana
10:30 A.M. Rayfield Evins Jr., MS, CMHT
Executive Director, Community Counseling Services
11:30 A.M. Dr. Qiana Cutts
Associate Professor, Mississippi State University

August 26
9:15 A.M. Dr. Darius Green, NCC
Assistant Professor, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs

10:30 A.M. Patricia Thornton, MS, CMHT, CAT
Co-Occurring Coordinator, Community Counseling Services
11:30 A.M. Chiquita Long Holmes, MS, CMHT
President-Elect, Counselors for Social Justice National Division

ONLINE EVENT
August 25th & 26th, 2023
9:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. CST

WebEx Event registration is required for each day.
Click HERE to register for August 25, 2023
Click HERE to register for August 26, 2023

Tougaloo Summit
2023-08-26 10:00 - 14:00
Magnolia Bar Association
Come learn about the law in a fun, exciting way while getting connected to resources in your community! Enjoy family fun – music, gaming booths, health screenings, kid zone, law workshops, door prizes and more.
The Magnolia Bar Association is an organization that was created by and for African-American attorneys who were segregated from the Mississippi Bar long ago. We use our privileges as attorneys to educate and empower marginalized communities. Each year, the Magnolia Bar Association hosts its Annual Tougaloo Summit as a forum for community dialogue about issues plaguing underserved people.

Family Connections: Parenting and Recovery
2023-09-07 12:30 - 13:30
National Family Support Technical Assistance Center
September is Recovery Month, when we celebrate the gains made by people in recovery from substance use and/or mental health: every person, every family, and every community.
It’s never just about one person being in recovery: families can – and do – recover together. With support, they can establish a new family dynamic, learn about the challenges of substance use and/or mental health, and heal together. Each family member may gain a new perspective and practice new behaviors – not simply to rebuild a relationship, but to create a healthy one.
Sometimes change can be especially complicated when it involves a parent or caregiver. Their roles often come with established ideas of how that parent/child relationship will develop over the lifespan. When a child of any age experiences mental health and/or substance use challenges, it changes the dynamic. You’ll meet a father and son who will share their individual experiences, and how they built the relationship their family has today.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Participants will learn about navigating the changes that may occur in relationships that are a natural part of recovery.
Acceptance Factor: understand how a family with lived experience adjusted their roles and expectations before, during, and after recovery.
Social Justice Factor: The family sees each person’s potential and works together to support one another in their individual goals.

Want more Family Connections? Follow NFSTAC on Eventbrite to see what’s coming up next.
This event is free and open to all families, parents, caregivers, and to the family workforce, organizations and communities that support them. You can also request No-Cost Technical Assistance or Training from NFSTAC at: www.nfstac.org/request-ta.
The National Family Support Technical Assistance Center of Excellence (COE) Grant #1H79F6000160-Fam-CoE is funded by SAMHSA. The National Family Support Technical Assistance Center is led by the National Federation of Families.
Providing Family Support Across the Lifespan | www.nfstac.org | info@nfstac.org

Community Health & Wellness Fair
2023-09-09 12:00 - 15:00
United Women of Faith
St. Stephen United Methodist Church
Please Join St. Stephen United Methodist Church!
Saturday, September 9, 12-3 pm
St. Stephen U.M. Church
4530 MS-15
Maben, MS 39759

Free health screenings
Information about local resources
Drawings for Door Prizes and more!!

For Vendor information, contact:
Jan Bryan, Magnolia Health
Jannett.j.bryan@centene.com
601-760-1716
Lease Wardlaw, Nurse Practitioner
Leasewardlaw003@gmail.com

Conflict Resolution: What is It?
2023-09-13 10:00 - 11:00
Mississippi Parent Training And Information Center
Communication and conflict resolution skills are crucial for families with children with disabilities. From families in early intervention just starting the journey with their child, families of children in school, and families of youth and young adults navigating transition and life after school, knowing how to communicate and resolve conflict are skills that will be needed for a lifetime.
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Community Walkthrough
2023-09-15 - 2023-09-22
Mississippi Achievement School District

Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Graduation
2023-09-15 13:00
Please join us in congratulating our newest class of parent-peer support graduates. In addition to celebrating their accomplishments, this is a great opportunity to build the parent-peer support community. We encourage friends and families of the graduates, as well as anyone who supports parent-peer supporters or is interested in learning more about being a parent-peer supporter, to attend.
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Special Education Boot Camp - Gulfport
2023-09-16 09:30 - 12:30
Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project
Join the MSPTI for a special education boot camp that will provide you with the tools to understand the special education process. They will discuss advocacy, communication/documentation, conflict resolution and IEPs at the upcoming Special Education Boot Camp in Gulfport, Mississippi on Saturday, September 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Arc.
Topics will include:

advocacy
communication/documentation
conflict resolution
IEPs.

Registration is not required but is preferred so we’ll know how many to plan for. Breakfast will be provided!
Register online at: tinyurl.com/spedbootcampgulfport
For more information, contact Leslie Junkin at leslie@mspti.org or Hilary Colerick at hilary@arcms.org.

Community Health Fair
2023-09-16 10:00 - 14:00
St. James United Methodist Church
St. James United Methodist Church invites vendors to their community health fair on September 16, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
For more information and to register, please call Lois O’Neal at 662-694-1146 OR Jan Bryan at 662-706-0060.

Increasing Access to Behavioral Health Services for Underrepresented Communities
2023-09-20 11:00
The Social Justice Leadership Academy
Join the Social Justice Leadership Academy for their September 2023 Social Justice Leadership Academy (SJLA) Learning Series event!
This session will focus on increasing access to behavioral health services for underrepresented communities.
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Family Engagement in School Mental Health
2023-09-20 13:00 - 14:30
National Family Support TAC
Families and schools don’t always have the same ideas about family engagement. In this webinar, we will detail ways to bring families and schools together on the “family engagement” concept. Family engagement is a collaborative and strengths-based process through which the workforce, families, and children build positive and goal-oriented relationships. It is a shared responsibility of families and school staff at all levels that require mutual respect for the roles and the strengths each has to offer. With successful family partnerships, schools can move from family involvement to family engagement.

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2nd Annual Hispanic Festival – Community Health & Resource Fair
2023-09-23 11:00 - 15:00
Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc.
Join us on September 23, 2023, for the 2nd Annual Hispanic Festival – Community Health and Resource Fair!
The event will take place from 11 am – 3 pm at Friendship Park in Hattiesburg, MS. Vendors, door prizes, music, food, health screenings, and more.
For more information, contact Shanell Williamson at 601-441-9333 or Edith Fuentes at 662-312-9186.

Bullying Prevention: How Parents and Families Can Help
2023-09-26 12:00 - 12:30
Patty Gautier, Reach MS
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Everyone can do something to help prevent bullying – individuals, schools, and communities each have an important role! Bullying is real. It happens every day. Bullying hurts emotionally and physically. Sometimes, bullying even kills. But YOU can help the kids in your life to stop school bullying. We have the power to make a difference. Every adult who is raising a child can help in the effort to eliminate bullying by talking honestly and openly with that child about bullying experiences at school. Join us to learn what you can do as we discuss ways other family members are helping to stop school bullying.
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Suicide Prevention Walk and Balloon Release
2023-09-26 16:00 - 18:00
97.7 FM and BDay99.1
NFusion Metro would like to extend a heartfelt invitation to you for their upcoming Suicide Prevention Walk and Balloon Release event, which is set to take place this Tuesday, September 26th. This event carries immense significance as they unite to raise awareness and provide vital support for mental health in our community.
Event Details:
Date: September 26th
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: NFusion Metro, 1815 Hospital Drive, Jackson, MS 39204

Come out and enjoy NFusion Metro’s Suicide Prevention Walk and Balloon Release, but also enjoy:
Food: Our friends at Road Dogs will be on-site, ready to serve up delectable food options available for purchase. Indulge in a mouthwatering meal while forging connections with others who share our unwavering commitment to mental health.
Healthy Eating Information: Chef Po Urban Kitchen will be present, sharing insightful information about the importance of healthy eating and its profound influence on mental well-being. Gain valuable tips and strategies for maintaining a balanced diet that promotes a healthy mind.
We want to ensure you’re camera-ready for this event for any cameras that may be rolling! Capture the moments, the joy, and the unity by bringing your cameras and smartphones to document this meaningful occasion.
We firmly believe that coming together can effect positive change and offer hope to those who need it most. Your active participation and unwavering support are pivotal to the success of this event.
We kindly request you to mark your calendar and help us spread the word about the Suicide Prevention Walk and Balloon Release. Let’s create a resounding ripple of change and support throughout our community.
Thank you for your steadfast dedication to this vital cause. We eagerly anticipate your presence on Tuesday!

COVID-19 & Education Impact Report Virtual Briefing
2023-09-27 15:30
The Mississippi Center for Justice (MCJ) invites you to attend a virtual briefing on our newly released COVID-19 & Education Impact Report, on Wednesday, September 27, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT.
In 2022, MCJ initiated research to better understand how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted Mississippi’s education system, specifically students in Delta communities. We spent more than a year conducting parent focus groups and examining educational testing data in 12 underfunded Mississippi school districts. Through this research, we gained firsthand knowledge of some of the challenges faced within these districts.
Some of the key findings revealed are:

Lack of adequate internet access – Mississippi is one of 10 states with the largest population of K-12 students affected by lack of broadband availability.
Learning loss – While districts have rebounded from the pandemic, districts in the report have proficiency rates that remain far below the State average in reading and math in grades 3rd-8th.
Insufficient support services for students with disabilities – Only three districts in the report meet expectations for special education based on the state annual performance report.
Under-resourced mental health support systems – Mississippi is ranked 47th in access to mental healthcare.

The challenges to education brought forth by the COVID-19 pandemic were not unique to Mississippi, as national assessments and studies reveal a decline in student achievement and well-being across the country. However, the long-standing education inequities in Mississippi, coupled with the pandemic, generated a snowball effect of learning crises for districts in the report.
MCJ is deeply committed to dismantling the educational disparities identified in the report to bring about education equity for children and families. During the pandemic, our under-resourced districts faced profound challenges, confirming a truth that I know to be certain: We cannot do this work alone. As educators, administrators, and advocates experiencing first-hand the challenges within school districts, you know we cannot afford to underestimate the long-term effects of these challenges, and we cannot ignore the grave consequences of inequitable education for children in rural, high-need African-American school districts.
We hope you can join the virtual briefing on Wednesday, September 27, via Zoom.
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2023 Bridging-the-Gap
2023-09-30 08:00 - 14:00 | Mississippi Welcome Center, 4210 N. Washington Street, Vicksburg, MS, United States
Living Independence for Everyone (L.I.F.E.) is excited to invite you to take part in our upcoming Annual 2023 Bridging-the-Gap 5K Walk/Run/Stroll or Roll-a-Thon. Registration will begin at 8:00 am and Kick-off at 9:00 am.
This event will have a host of vendors, agencies, and some good food vendors. “Yes, we are walking, rolling and strolling!”
There will also be agencies from around MS to share information. Don’t miss out. You can register online. Held at the Mississippi Welcome Center in Vicksburg.

Community Resource Fair
2023-09-30 09:00
Presented by Butterflies By Grace Defined By Faith Organization & Canopy Children’s Solutions
Bring the family to the BBGDF: Community Resource Fair on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 9:00 AM in Jackson, MS. This in-person event aims to bring the community together and provide valuable resources to individuals and families.
Located at 640 East Northside Drive, Jackson, MS 39206, the fair will showcase a wide range of local organizations and businesses offering various services and support. Whether you’re looking for educational resources or community programs, this event has something for everyone.
Discover new resources, connect with community members, and learn about the numerous opportunities available to you. From workshops and presentations to interactive booths and demonstrations, the fair promises an engaging and informative experience.
If you and/or your organization is interested in becoming a vendor or volunteering, please reach out to Eva Jones (evajustice5@hotmail.com) to complete the vendor registration. Registration is required prior to the event.
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The Infant Mortality Summit: Healthy Family, Healthy Baby
2023-09-30 10:00 - 14:00
Mississippi State Department of Health

Don’t miss the Jackson Hinds Healthy Start Infant Mortality Summit on September 30th!

It’s time to take action and address the urgent issue of infant mortality in Mississippi.

Did you know that our state has one of the highest infant mortality rates in the country? It’s a heartbreaking reality, but we can make a difference together.

Join us at the summit as we dive deep into the health disparities surrounding Black women and childbirth. We must find solutions and advocate for equitable access to quality healthcare for all mothers and babies. We cannot wait any longer – the time to act is now!

Spread the word, invite your friends, and make this summit a powerful platform for change!

Together, we can raise awareness, drive policy changes, and ensure that every baby in Mississippi has a healthy start in life.

This event is FREE! Free food, games, and giveaways.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be a part of the movement. See you there.

Wendy’s Children’s Golf Classic Registration
2023-10-04 11:30
Mississippi Families for Kids
Join Mississippi Families for Kids for the 23rd annual 4-man scramble, 18-hole golf tournament complete with food, drinks, prizes, and gifts benefiting MFFK’s child permanency efforts on October 4th, 2023 at Lake Caroline Golf Club in Madison, MS at 11:30 a.m.
Team and individual registration and sponsorship opportunities available. All purchases are tax-deductible. Registration deadline: September 29th.
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Bullying Behavior 101
2023-10-05 12:30 - 13:30
National Federation of Families and National Family Support Technical Assistance Center
Join the National Federation of Families and National Family Support Technical Assistance Center for their October 5th Family Connections as they dig into “Bullying Behavior 101.”
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, so when it comes to bullying behaviors — if we don’t understand the cause, it can be difficult to prevent it from happening again.
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Treasure Your Health
2023-10-07 10:00 - 13:00
Calvary M.B Church and Christ’s Kingdom Advancing Ministries
Health is Wealth, so Treasure your health Community-wide wellness fair.
SATURDAY, October 07, 2023
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Calvary M.B CHURCH
&
Christ’s Kingdom Advancing Ministries
412 West Broadway
YAZOO CITY, MS 39194
Click here for vendor sign-up information. There is no charge to set up at this event.

Early Intervention: Mediation
2023-10-10 10:30 - 23:00
Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Project
Mediation is a voluntary process under Part C of the IDEA that brings people together to resolve disagreements. This session will provide information and resources to guide families through this process.
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Kin-Specific Foster Home Licensure: Overview of New Federal Rule & Release of Recommended Standards
2023-10-11 15:00
Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network
U.S. Administration for Children and Families (ACF) issued a final rule that explicitly gives all Title IV-E child welfare agencies the option to use kin-specific foster care licensing standards and encourages them to limit those standards to federal safety requirements. The rule change will allow more children to be cared for by those they know and love and be financially supported, like children with non-kin foster parents.
Join us as we unveil the first draft of these new model standards!

Learn what the new kin-specific approval standards include and how they were developed.
Hear from multiple leaders about the benefits they expect to see from Title IV-E agencies adopting these new standards.
Learn where to start developing a kin-specific licensing process in your agency.
Bring your questions for a live Q&A session.

Everyone who registers will receive a link to the recording after the event.

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Put Faith in Your Health, A Community Health & Wellness Fair
2023-10-14 10:00 - 14:00
King’s Daughters Medical Center, MS Emergency Management Agency, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MS, American Lung Association
St. Paul M.B. Church (Silver Creek, MS) will host a Community Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, October 14, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
FREE Services offered are:

Health screenings, blood pressure checks, free HIV testing
Vaccinations
Blood drive
Free manicures
Physical fitness info & demo
Medicare/insurance assistance
Nutrition information/healthy snacks

Health, Wellness & Job Fair!!!
2023-10-14 10:00 - 14:30
Peter’s Rock Family Worship Center, COGIC
Peter’s Rock Family Worship Center, COGIC, is inviting you to be a part of their Health, Wellness, and Job Fair on October 14, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
For information about the event or to be a vendor or provider, please contact;
Jan Bryan, Magnolia Health 601-760-1716 or Jannett.j.bryan@centene.com
Cheryl Young, Health Fair Committee, 662-554-5757
Peter’s Rock Family Worship Center, 662-323-5119

Transition Exit Summary of Performance: What is It?
2023-10-17 11:30 - 12:00
Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project
IDEA 2004 mandates that students with an IEP complete an exit Summary of Performance (SOP) at the end of high school. Join us and learn what it is and how it’s used.
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