For decades, peer support has been part of the mental health system. That system—like others across the nation—was built on racism, and racism continues to impact peer support. Come learn how to begin addressing structural racism within the peer support workforce. Join two experts who will share their personal stories of navigating the peer movement through a BIPOC lens and examine how to create different avenues for peers who identify as BIPOC. You will hear what’s happening at the national level and in Washington State to create more spaces for BIPOC peers. … [Read more...] about Dismantling Racism in the Peer Workforce and Creating Safe Spaces for BIPOC Peers
Peer Support
Shifting from Locking Youth Up to Lifting Youth Up Community of Practice Kick-Off Event
Justice-involved youth can be powerful agents of change. Join us for a five-part community of practice focused on promoting the leadership of system-impacted young people. This strengths-based series will address racial trauma and racial disparities in juvenile justice systems across the nation. Designed for leaders in the system of care, the series will help participants engage justice-involved youth in advocacy work, prioritize culturally responsive care for BIPOC youth, deepen their knowledge of community-based solutions, and implement effective peer support programs. … [Read more...] about Shifting from Locking Youth Up to Lifting Youth Up Community of Practice Kick-Off Event
Words Matter Discussion Series – Partnership
The adage of “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me” is not really true – Words can hurt, but they can also heal. Please join us for the Words Matter series where we engage in open and authentic discussions about the impact of common terminology used in child serving systems with those that are directly affected. Our goal is to illuminate how the terms we use can influence perception, approach, and practice, as well as explore alternative language as a means of intentionally shifting how we view and interact with youth, families, and each other. … [Read more...] about Words Matter Discussion Series – Partnership
Family Exchange – Parent Peer Support
Are you interested in knowing how to show outcomes? Please, join us at the Family Exchange to hear about how one organization shows progress and outcomes on the individual and family levels. We will discuss assessments that are gathered for this purpose and to show the effectiveness of Parent Peer Support. … [Read more...] about Family Exchange – Parent Peer Support
Family Exchange Community of Practice – Building and Maintaining Partnerships
This group is facilitated by experienced family leaders from the Family-Run Executive Director Leadership Association (FREDLA) who foster peer connections, provide access to resources and technical assistance, and support family leaders to further family engagement within their agency, community or state. … [Read more...] about Family Exchange Community of Practice – Building and Maintaining Partnerships