Elevating Black Student Mental Health & Well-being, Part 1

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This half day session, titled The Weight of the Crown, focuses on the mental health needs specific to Black students.

About

Participants will examine how anti-Black racism, and racial trauma can impact a student's self-concept, sense of mattering, belonging, and overall mental health. Using the metaphor of the "invisible backpack," the session discusses societal and educational barriers faced by Black youth and their families in the Canadian education system.   The training will introduce pillars of Africentric approaches. Participants will also examine the critical role of building trust with students and families, while exploring strategies to support Black student mental health, relationship building with caregivers and overall student development. 

This session lays the groundwork for Part 2 of the series, which will focus on Afrocentric healing practices and interventions.   

*It is recommended that participants attend Parts 1 and 2 of the Anti-Racism and Mental Health Care series prior to participating in this series. 

Additional dates: 

Part 1: The Weight of the Crown (November 28, 2024 (9am-11:30am)) 

Part 2: Bearing the Crown- Understanding the Mental Health Journey of Black Students (December 12, 2024 (9am-11:30am)) 

Part 3: Focus on Black Male Mental Health (February 6, 2024 (9am-11:30am) 

Audience: School Mental Health Professionals 

Language: The presentation will be delivered in English. Materials and breakout rooms will be available in English and French. 

For more information or to register, contact your school board’s mental health leader.