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SUMMARY:2026 NAMI Mississippi Annual Conference on Mental Health & CIT
DESCRIPTION:NAMI Mississippi \nThis premier statewide conference brings together voices from mental health\, law enforcement\, healthcare\, and advocacy to explore innovative strategies\, strengthen collaboration\, and improve crisis response and mental health outcomes in Mississippi. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2026-nami-mississippi-annual-conference-on-mental-health-cit/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:PRVO Head Start Community May Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:PRVO Head Start \nPRVO Head Start/Early Head Start is hosting its Annual May Day Family Fun Day at Vernon Dahmer Park! Families are invited to enjoy an afternoon filled with bounce houses\, BBQ and food trucks\, carnival games\, sack races\, kickball\, basketball\, snowballs\, prizes\, and more. Parents are encouraged to volunteer as we come together for a day of fun\, food\, family\, and fellowship. Join us on Friday\, May 1st from 12 PM–4 PM and help us make unforgettable memories.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/prvo-head-start-community-may-day-celebration/
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SUMMARY:Parent Caregiver Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver raising a child aged 0-21 who has mental health or behavioral health challenges? Would you like to use your lived experience to help another parent on the same journey?\n\nThen\, being a parent peer supporter may be for you! \n\n\nWhat is Parent-Peer Support? Parent-peer support is when a parent or caregiver uses their lived experience to support another parent or caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\n\nWho Can Be a Parent Peer Supporter? A parent-peer supporter is a biological parent\, adoptive parent\, or caregiver with legal custody who is currently raising or has raised a child with these characteristics:\n\nThe child is currently between the ages of 0-21\, or was when they first began having challenges.\nThe child has an emotional\, social\, behavioral\, or substance use disability.\n The child received services in or navigated the mental health or a related system (for example\, a child with an IEP related to behavior issues at school).\n\nHow Do I Become a Parent Peer Supporter? The Department of Mental Health certifies parent-peer supporters in the mental health system.\nUpcoming training:\n\nMay 11-15\, 2026\n\n\nClick here for the application packet. \n\n\nWho Should Take the Training?\nAny parent or caregiver who is raising a child who has challenges and:\n\nIs interested in working for a community mental health center or another agency certified by the Department of Mental Health. Completing the training does not guarantee you a job\, but it helps ensure you’ll be ready for one.\nIs interested in doing part-time contractual work for Families as Allies. We are building our pool of contractual employees.\nSupports parents in any system. This training will strengthen your skills and help you network with other parent-peer supporters.\nWould like to learn how to support other parents in the same shoes in any child-serving system. We currently have funds to pay training stipends to parents who are—or have been—involved in the youth court system and would like to learn how to support other parents going through the same thing. Contact us at 601-355-0915 or info@faams.org to learn more.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-caregiver-peer-support-6/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Care for Kinship/Grandfamilies
DESCRIPTION:Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network \nThis webinar\, co-hosted by Network partner ZERO TO THREE\, will address how trauma can present in both kin caregivers and children in their care\, and how it impacts relational health. Explore practices associated with trauma-informed care to better support the kin caregivers you serve. Our presenter is Dr. Mike Sherman\, a licensed clinical psychologist and NAPA/UC Davis Infant-Parent Mental Health fellow. Dr. Sherman is an expert in infant and early childhood mental health and has presented internationally. For more than 15 years\, he has worked at the nexus of community mental health and child welfare programs\, including direct service provision\, supervision\, training\, consulting\, program development and administration. His work focuses on the integration of mental health in community and child welfare systems and the intersection of trauma- and relationally driven practice. \nThis webinar will be supplemented by two learning community sessions\, where you can take a deeper dive into this topic and participate in highly interactive conversations with your peers. One session\, led by Dr. Sherman\, will focus on trauma in children using a case study approach. The second session will focus on trauma in caregivers\, engaging a panel of kin caregivers\, facilitated by Network Subject Matter Expert Dr. Joseph Crumbley. You will need to register for these learning community sessions separately\, using the links below. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/trauma-informed-care-for-kinship-grandfamilies/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T120000
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SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators\, and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, and local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 p.m. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-63/
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SUMMARY:Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Health \nThe Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Council will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the Department of Health. \nMicrosoft Teams Need help?\nJoin the meeting now\nMeeting ID: 282 621 533 885 5\nPasscode: vE38B7pH \nDial in by phone\n+1 769-208-4410\,\,232052900# United States\, Jackson\nFind a local number\nPhone conference ID: 232 052 900#\nFor organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN \nIf you have any questions related to the public hearing\, please get in touch with Teresa Windham by phone at 662-316-5727 or email teresa.windham@msdh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-hearing-detection-and-intervention-advisory-committee-3/
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SUMMARY:Gulf Coast Sibshop
DESCRIPTION:Gulf Coast Sibshop \nGulf Coast Sibshop invites siblings of children with different abilities to a fun\, supportive event designed just for them. This interactive session gives kids a chance to connect with peers who understand their experiences\, share feelings in a safe space\, build confidence through engaging activities\, and celebrate what makes them unique. Hosted by Embrace Abilities and Happy Coast Families\, this Sibshop creates a welcoming environment for learning\, friendship\, and encouragement. \nThe event will take place on May 16\, 2026\, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Arc. Families can register using the QR code provided. All siblings are welcome to join this uplifting and empowering experience.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/gulf-coast-sibshop/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T170000
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SUMMARY:CoE-IHS Webinar: Best Practices to Provide Integrated Care for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) & Neurodevelopmental Needs
DESCRIPTION:The Center of Excellence for Integrated Health Solutions  \nThe Center of Excellence for Integrated Health Solutions is funded by Grant Number 1H79SM090141-01from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and managed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. The views\, opinions and content expressed in this presentation do not necessarily reflect the views\, opinions or policies of the HHS. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/coe-ihs-webinar-best-practices-to-provide-integrated-care-for-children-with-serious-emotional-disturbance-sed-neurodevelopmental-needs/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
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SUMMARY:Leadership Connections Conference
DESCRIPTION:The McCormick Institute for Early Childhood \nThe McCormick Institute’s Leadership Connections Conference brings together early childhood education and care (ECEC) leaders for interactive sessions\, dynamic keynotes\, and practical strategies for center‑based\, school‑based\, and family child care programs. Administrators\, coordinators\, technical assistance specialists\, advocates\, and researchers will gain tools to strengthen leadership and improve outcomes for children and families. \nThis year’s theme\, “Onward!”\, focuses on navigating challenging times with confidence while creating “smooth sailing” for ECEC programs. Attendees will learn actionable insights to support strong leadership\, resilient teams\, and high‑quality early learning environments. \nOur commitment to family childcare professionals and Spanish‑speaking leaders continues. The 2026 conference includes a dedicated Family Child Care track with sessions designed to strengthen business practices and leadership skills in the home‑based setting. Select workshops will also be offered in Spanish. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-connections-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T120000
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SUMMARY:Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Families as Allies \nThis group focuses on understanding current policy issues and also opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making committees. Leadership training graduates are strongly encouraged to attend\, but the meetings are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about policy. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-coaching-and-policy-discussion-37/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T130000
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SUMMARY:Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (EMSAC)
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Health \nThe Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (EMSAC) will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the Department of Health. \nMeeting Date: Friday\, May 29\, 2026\nMeeting Time: 1:00 pm\nMeeting Location: In-person location and Zoom link TBA \nIf you have any questions related to the public hearing\, please get in touch with Teresa Windham by phone at 662-316-5727 or email teresa.windham@msdh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/emergency-medical-services-advisory-council-emsac-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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