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SEPT. 28-29

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2 days • 48 lessons • 12 CE credits*
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Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
225 E. Coastline Dr. Jacksonville, FL 32202

welcome to the 8th annual black mental health symposium

Our goal is to ensure that Black clients, families, students, and supervisees receive culturally-responsive care. Dr. LaTonya M. Summers and LifeSkills Cares, Inc. welcomes you to the 8th annual (hybrid) Black Mental Health Symposium. This solutions-based conference is a gathering of professionals who work to destigmatize mental illness, increase access to care, and improve wellness among Black communities. *Earn up to 12 NBCC and NASW (pending approval) CE credits. Lunch is provided both days onsite, and on Friday to virtual attendees (lunch will not be provided to virtual attendees who register after 9/20).

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Tickets

General
Registration
$325
Early Reg: $275

This registration level is specifically for practicing clinicians looking to further their comprehension, network and earn continuing education credits. Early Registration ends 06/15/2023
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Student
Registration
$175
Early Reg: $125

This registration level is specifically for students currently enrolled in an institution with a student email address and possibly looking to earn continuing education credits. Early Registration ends 06/15/2023
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Presenter
Registration

$175
Early Reg: $125

This registration level is for registrants, student or not, who have been approved by the IFBMW board to be a presenter for this event and earn continuing education credits. Early Registration ends 06/15/2023
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If you are looking to register a group of people to attend either virtually or in-person, CLICK HERE to register up to 25 people at a time. (10 people minimum)
Check out BMHS Founder
Dr. LaTonya Summers
TEDx-Jacksonville speaker Dr. LaTonya Summers presents
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The Event

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NOMINATION
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Nomate someone who has been a great advocate for mental health.

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Showcase your organization within our event and network.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Power-packed breakout sessions designed to challenge the status quo. These culturally specific sessions include topics such as healing community trauma, Black family treatment, play therapy for Black children, and much more.

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STUDENT POSTERS
Talk with students as they present posters of their completed and/or ongoing professional work during the virtual conference. Posters will be on display for the duration of the conference and focuses on Black mental health and wellness.
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NETWORKING
The BMHS is the best way to find like-minded mental health professionals who care about Black mental wellness. Meet them by using the conference app, and the networking icon during the conference. We are stronger together.

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6999 Merrill Rd. Suite 2-141
Jacksonville, FL 32277
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Institute For Black Mental Wellness, Inc. is a non-profit 501c3 organization that aims to decrease the stigma associated with mental illness, increase access to care, and improve mental wellness in Black communities. Each investment you make has a direct impact on the wellness of Black clients. families, couples, and communities.