Suicide Prevention And Awareness Group To Host 4th Annual Conference
Information courtesy of Brazos Valley Coalition on Suicide Prevention
The Brazos Valley Coalition on Suicide Prevention is hosting their Fourth Annual Conference on Suicide Prevention and Awareness – “Surviving The Storm: Navigating A New World” being held virtually on November 4th, 2021. The goal of the conference is to address the immense scope of issues related to mental health and suicide prevention. Throughout the conference, participants will formulate discussions surrounding our community banding together to end the stigma around mental health and suicide across the Brazos Valley, state of Texas, and the world. While getting an in-depth look at action that is being taken in our communities, audience members will gain insight into prevention strategies, education and outreach opportunities, support services and helpful resources available throughout the state and nationwide to aid in breaking the stigma.
Participants will be joined by an outstanding lineup of speakers from across the country, and intersectional workshops, such as: “The Role of Mental Health & Sport Psychology Services in the Development of College Student-Athletes” led by Drs. Ryan Pittsinger and Lauren Craig (Texas A&M University Athletic Department), “The Personal Impact of First Responder Suicide” led by Daniel Owens (Association of Texas EMS Professionals), “Faith & Allegiance Initiative: Transitioning to Civilian Communities” led by John Wilson (Texas Veterans Commission/Veterans Mental Health Dept) and Byron Joseph Kieth Singleton (Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System), “How Faith is a Modality for Healing” led by Douglas Dickey (Fellowship Free Will Baptist Church), “After the Dust Settles” led by Kejan and Misty Mehlhorn (Brenham Police Department), “Suicide and Mental Health Issues in the Black & Brown Communities” led by Taylor Thomas, “Veterans Affairs S.A.V.E.” led by Kim Weinberg & Margaret Deneweth (Central TX Veterans Healthcare System), and “Pharmaceuticals To Electroceuticals for Suicidal Ideation” led by Barry Bruder (IASIS Technologies), as well as powerful personal and family stories of support in the wake of suicide loss.
This event is free for all community members near and far; however donations are always appreciated. CEU’s (State of Texas only) are being sponsored by Symetria Recovery for LPC’s, LCDC’s, and Social Workers (5.5 hours) with registration being $15. Additionally, Texas Juvenile Justice Department training hours (5.5 hours) will be offered for this training for the same registration fee of $15. Late registration will begin October 29th and fees will go up to $30. To register and reserve your spot today, visit https://bvcosp2021.eventbrite.com.
The conference is generously sponsored by Matthew’s Hope Detox & Recovery Program, Iasis Technologies, Promises Brazos Valley, and Symetria Recovery. If your business is interested in sponsorship opportunities, please email bvcosp@gmail.com or complete the Sponsorship Add-On in the registration link above. Any questions or concerns can be emailed to bvcosp@gmail.com.