Hope for Tomorrow Activating the Athlete’s Mindset for Better Mental Health

Hope for Tomorrow Activating the Athlete’s Mindset for Better Mental Health

By Udonis Haslem Foundation

Inclusive event featuring age-appropriate discourse led by qualified professionals. Parental Consent Required.

Date and time

Location

11380 NW 27th Ave building 3

11380 Northwest 27th Avenue #building 3 Miami, FL 33167

Lineup

Agenda

8:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Guest Registration, Check In, Resource Garden

8:30 AM - 9:15 AM

Welcome Breakfast & Resource Garden


Morning Refreshments: Hot Breakfast, Cold Selections & Beverages

9:15 AM - 9:30 AM

Welcome Athlete Video Montage

9:30 AM

Event Begins


Hope for Tomorrow Begins – Athlete Tributes to Mental Wellness

9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Opening Remarks from Jawan Strader

Jawan Strader, Master of Ceremonies

9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Remarks

Dr. Malou C. Harrison, Executive VP and Provost

9:50 AM - 10:00 AM

Welcome Remarks

Shelly Ann King, Executive Director of UDF

Dr. Delvena Thomas, Founder of DRT Brain Love Foundation

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Remarks

Katie Mathews, Driving Wellness For Communities

10:15 AM - 10:30 AM

Pre Game Talk

Dr. Reginald Caldwell, Ph.D.


Growing Through What You’re Going Through: A Real Talk on Mental Health and Emotions

10:30 AM - 10:50 AM

Concussion and Suicide Prevention for Kids

Dr. Jeheudi-Mes Onyemachi Vuai, Neuropsychologist


Concussion and Suicide Prevention for Kids: Insights and Strategies.Traumatic Brain Injury

10:50 AM - 11:00 AM

Transition to Breakouts


Children & Teens Breakout Sessions

11:00 AM - 12:50 PM

Breakout Session #1: Self-Talk and Socials

Dr. Tameisha Hinton, PHD


Harnessing Self-Talk: The Key to a Winning Mindset in a Digital World

11:00 AM - 12:50 PM

Breakout Session #2 Negativity and Doubt

Coach Phillip Wells, LMHC


How to Activate an Athletic Mindset Through Failing

11:00 AM - 12:50 PM

Breakout Session #3 Diet and Nutrition

Ashley Carter, RD


Eat Well Exchange: Strong Body, Strong Mind: The Nutrition Playbook for Mental Wellness

11:00 AM - 12:50 PM

Breakout Session #4 Emotional Intelligence with Calm 24/7

Delvin Rogers


No Limits: The Mindset of Champions

1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Break with Refreshments

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

Fireside Chat

Dr. Delvena Thomas, Founder of Brain Love Foundation

Udonis Haslem, Founder of UDF


Featuring Udonis Haslem

2:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Event Concludes

Good to know

Highlights

  • 6 hours
  • In person
  • Free venue parking
  • Doors at 7:00 AM

About this event

Health • Mental health

Presented by The Udonis Haslem Foundation and The DRT Brain Love Foundation:

Activating the Athlete’s Mindset for Better Mental Health is a one-day youth summit and resource fair designed to address the growing crisis of child and teen suicide. Rooted in the resilience and discipline of an athlete’s mindset, the event will promote mental strength, emotional wellness, and community support for youth aged 6–19


Led by licensed professionals and athlete advocates, the summit will feature age-appropriate conversations, mental health workshops, and tools to recognize warning signs and take action. Alongside these important discussions, participants can enjoy interactive games, fitness-inspired activities, free giveaways, great food, and meaningful connection—making space for both healing and hope.


Featured Guests:

Emmy Award-Winning Journalist and NBC 6 News Anchor Jawan Strader as our Event Master of Ceremonies 🎙️


Featured Programming:

  • Welcome Breakfast
  • Sound Therapy
  • Pre-game talk
  • A Real Talk on Mental Health and Emotions
  • Reviewing the Playbook
  • Social Media Hygiene
  • Self-Esteem Workshop
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Panel Discussions
  • Vendor Garden with Giveaways
  • Mindfulness Exercises


Parking in Lot 15 recommended for guests

Guest Registration begins promptly at 8:00am


Thank you to our sponsors!

UKG, TD Bank


**ALL ATTENDEES (CHILDREN AND TEENS) MUST REGISTER VIA THIS EVENTBRITE PAGE**

Frequently asked questions

What time do doors Open?

7:45 AM

Parental Consent Required

Parental Consent Required

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Udonis Haslem Foundation

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Sep 20 · 8:00 AM EDT