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STRONG: Strengthening Transition Resilience of Newcomer Groups – Nov 4-5-6

A multi-day evidence-informed, school-based interventions for newcomer youth training: Supporting Transition Resilience in Newcomer Groups

An evidence-informed, school-based intervention for newcomer youth (K-12th grades) to support their transition to a new school and community. It is intended for students experiencing psychological distress or difficulties functioning at home, school or in their community, often related to the adversities and trauma experienced during the transitions of migration and settlement.

This 10-week targeted group intervention was designed specifically for Ontario Newcomer Students based on effective cognitive behavioural strategies embedded in evidence-based interventions for students who have experienced trauma and adversity.

Follow Up Supports:

Optional consultation with the trainers in consultation sessions for clinicians will be available following the training.

Audience: Mental health leaders, managers and school mental health professionals

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

Guest Speaker: Sharon A. Hoover, Ph.D. Co-Director, National Center for School Mental Health; Director, NCTSN Center for Safe Supportive Schools

For more information on the Dr. Hoover, please see the FAQ section.

The Prevention and Early Intervention Learning and Training Participant Expectations and Certificate of Attendance will apply to this session. Please review the expectations and process for receiving your certificate in the FAQ section.

Note that your MHL and/or Manager supports you to take this training to better support students in your schools and that this training aligns with your board’s Mental Health and Addictions Strategy and PPM 169.

Any questions, contact Sherry Sim, Event Coordinator at 1-866-655-8548 or by email: sherry@innovative4you.com .

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

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