YOUR MIND MATTERS

OpportunIndy is a collective impact model. It emerged from a community commitment to improve key outcomes for young African American men in Marion County, ages 14-24.

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<H2>CONFERENCE AGENDA </H2>
7:45AM-8:15AM
Check-In
8:30AM
Welcome/Opening Remarks
8:45AM-9:30AM
Plenary Session: "Understanding Historical Trauma"-Sam Simmons
9:45AM-11:00AM
Morning Breakout Sessions (Concurrent) 
These sessions will cover general information of the selected topics and a concentrated focus on how these mental health issues relate to African American males specifically.  Each session includes a Q & A period following the speaker's presentation. 
<UL>
<LI>Addictions (Dr. Tim Kelly- Community Health Network)</LI>
<LI>Mood Disorders (Dr. Kimberly Morris- St. Vincent-Kokomo)</LI>
<LI>Suicide (Kimble Richardson- Community Health Network)</LI>
</UL>
11:00AM-11:45AM
Networking Session
12:00PM-1:30PM 
Luncheon Keynote Speech: "Trauma-Informed Care for African American Males: Community Healing"-Sam Simmons ( Lunch Provided )
1:45PM-3:00PM
"Culturally-Responsive Practice with African American Males"
<UL>
<LI>Rev. John Girton (Christ Missionary Baptist Church)</LI>
<LI>Dr. Kellee Hawkins-Coleman (LaRue Carter Hospital)</LI>
<LI>Tim Nation (Peace Learning Center)</LI>
<LI>Dr. Tamika C. B. Zapolski (IUPUI Department of Psychology)</LI>
</UL>
3:15PM-4:25PM
"Policy Considerations in Effectively Serving African American Males"
<UL>
<LI>Virginia A. Caine, M.D. (Marion County Public Health Department)</LI>
<LI>Magistrate Geoffrey Gaither (Marion County Juvenile Court)</LI>
<LI>Dr. Lewis Ferebee (Indianapolis Public Schools)</LI>
<LI>Brian Reeder (Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department)</LI>
</UL>
4:30PM
 Closing Remarks/Adjourn
 
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Please join us for a intriguing conference on poverty, racism and the impact of past trauma, particularly violence, which are contributing factors to the mental health disorders of young African American men. The Your Mind Matters Conference will serve as an opportunity to bring diverse partners together to promote physical and mental wellness among African American males. Workshop sessions will be led by subject matter experts in the area of addiction, mood disorders, and suicide.  There will also be two panel discussions with key community leaders.  
Keynote Speaker:  
Mr. Simmons is a licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and behavioral consultant in the areas of chemical dependency, trauma and violence abatement.  He specializes in culturally-responsible work with African American males and their families.  His trainings and consultations are geared toward empowering community members to building a healthier and safer society. 
Free Registration: 
But limited to the first 250 guests.  Please cancel your registration if your plans should change and you can no longer attend, so that your spot will be available for others who want to attend.  
Parking Availability: 
Parking is available in the lot adjacent to the buidling north of 28th Street between Meridian and Illinois Street. 
 
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