A dialogue with social workers, counselors, researchers, community and faith leaders, justice-involved professionals, and stakeholders from Child Welfare Services about the intersection of Domestic Violence and Mental Health and the impact on children and families.   

objectives

• Bring awareness and provide information about the unique intersections and support services for survivors, children, and families

• Provide a forum to discuss and explore the current approaches and supportive interventions available to address the unique intersections and needs of the survivors, children, and families

• Explore strategies and interventions to improve mental health outcomes for racial and ethnic diverse populations

• Discuss the role of faith leaders as bridge builders to help support the mental health of survivors, children, and families

EVENT DETAILS

A 3-hour, in-person, event that includes a keynote speaker, a moderated panel discussion, and Q & A session with experts, advocates, and faith leaders.  Information about domestic violence and mental illness and supporting survivors, children, and families will be available.

TOPICS INCLUDE

• Relationship between Domestic Violence and Mental Health
• Children’s Mental Health
• Domestic Violence Homicide
• Domestic Violence and Suicide
• Child Welfare Systems
• Support from Faith Communities