Transform Mental Health Access in Our Community
Join us for a groundbreaking Mental Health Awareness Day that brings together community leaders, health professionals, and advocates to explore practical solutions for building trust and improving access to culturally appropriate mental health services.🌟
What Makes This Event Special
This isn't just another conference - it's a community-centered gathering designed around the Black Community Identity Nexus approach, created by Dr. Danquah and delivered through the partnership of LITC, Cen Alliance, and AfMental. We're focusing on real, actionable strategies that center Black identity, community strength, and cultural resilience.
📅 Event Details
•Date: Thursday, 30th October 2024
•Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
•Location: LITC Office, Brixton
•Cost: FREE (Registration Required)
🎯 Who Should Attend•Mental health professionals and practitioners
•Community leaders and advocates
•Service users and carers
•NHS and healthcare representatives•Local authority staff
•Faith and community group leaders
•Anyone committed to improving mental health access in Black communities
🗣️ What You'll Experience
•Keynote Address: Exploring the intersection of Black identity, community, and mental health
•Expert Talks: Practical strategies for deconstructing stigma and building trust
•Panel Discussion: Multi-stakeholder conversation on bridging service gaps
•Community Solutions: Showcase of successful community-led mental health initiatives
•Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and advocates
💡 Key Topics We'll Address•Barriers to accessing mental health services in Black communities
•Culturally appropriate and responsive mental health support
•Building lasting trust between service providers and communities
.Community-led solutions and peer support models
•Policy and practice changes needed for systemic improvement
🤝 Why This MattersBlack communities face significant disparities in mental health outcomes, with higher rates of detention under the Mental Health Act and lower access to talking therapies. This event brings together diverse voices to explore practical, community-centered solutions that can make a real difference.
🎁 What's Included
•Full day of expert presentations and discussions•Networking lunch and refreshment breaks
•Resource pack with local mental health service information
•Access to presentation materials and recordings (where permitted)
