Together We Heal: Reimagining Culture and Community Beyond Violence

Often, all it takes is one conversation, one person, and one experience to spark hope and healing. So, let’s start rewriting our community's story together.

Welcome to Together We Heal: Reimagining Culture and Community Beyond Violence! Join us for a transformative and interactive seminar where we will explore the complex yet interconnected relationship between violence and the community, with a special focus on fostering more open conversations about mental health.

Culture and community are intertwined; culture shapes community identity, while communities sustain and evolve cultural practices. Together, they contribute to the social fabric, enhancing the quality of life and promoting overall well-being. In discussing the importance of culture and community, it's also essential to address the role of violence, as it significantly impacts both aspects. Violence is not only an individual issue but one that impacts the collective well-being of a community. This seminar will provide the tools to help people living within communities harness their collective power, break cycles of violence, and foster environments of support, understanding, and healing. It will also highlight communities' essential role in shaping social norms, fostering resilience, discussing mental health, and understanding violence. By focusing on the intersection of violence, culture, community, and mental health, participants will gain insight into how collective action can lead to safer, healthier, and action-driven communities. Through open dialogue, we will normalize the power of community in creating meaningful change, from prevention and intervention to promoting long-term mental wellness. This seminar will serve as a platform for learning, sharing experiences, and creating strategies to address violence and support mental well-being. This event will inspire you to reimagine what culture and community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of the change!

1. Interactive Discussions: Engage in thought-provoking discussions that encourage participants to share their perspectives and experiences related to violence and community. Your voice matters, and we want to hear from you.
2. Evidence-Based Education: Gain valuable knowledge from evidence-based research on mental health, violence prevention, and community engagement. Learn about current findings and effective strategies that can be implemented in various contexts.
3. Community-Centered Solutions: Explore community-centered approaches to preventing violence and promoting mental health. Discover how collective efficacy and social connections can empower communities to create safer environments.
4. Practical Tools and Resources: Leave with practical tools and resources that you can implement in your own community or practice. These may include intervention strategies, support frameworks, and advocacy techniques to address violence and its effects on mental health.
5. Empowerment and Healing: Experience a supportive environment that promotes healing and empowerment. Understand the importance of dialogue in breaking the cycle of violence and fostering resilience among individuals and communities.
6. Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow participants, professionals, and community leaders who share a commitment to addressing violence and enhancing mental health. Build a network of support and collaboration for future initiatives.
7. Reflective Practices: Participate in reflective exercises designed to deepen your understanding of the issues discussed. These practices will help you integrate what you’ve learned and consider how to apply it in your personal and professional life.
8. Action-Oriented Outcomes: Leave with a clear action plan that outlines how you can contribute to violence prevention and mental health advocacy in your community.

By combining education, practical exercises, and connecting with peers, attendees will feel empowered to deepen their self-awareness and community awareness.

About The Presenter

Hey there, I'm Shanice! In addition to being a Millennial Psychotherapist, Educator, Certified Emotional Intelligence Coach (CEIC), Consultant, Blogger, and Author, I absolutely love sharing information that brings healing to our community. Education has completely shifted my life, broadened my worldview, and shaped my perspective. I'm dedicated to continually sharing this knowledge with the world. I truly believe that education is a wonderful gift that I can share and I'm committed to creating affordable spaces where people can connect and access information that fosters collective growth, awareness, reflection, and healing. My ultimate goal is to plant seeds for you to feel empowered.

Welcome aboard to Series 11-See you there!

Host or Publisher Shanice T., M.S., LPCA