7th Roanoke Annual In-Person Conference and Roundtable Event

3315 Ordway Drive Northwest,Roanoke VA 24017

19 September, 2022

Description

The objectives of this event are:* To renew collaboration and partnership for a stronger mental health council ;• To give stakeholders a voice in shaping the refugee mental health program in Roanoke and surrounding areas; and• To hear updated information, learn the latest trend and best practices in refugee service programs, and get insights related to mental health, language access, and workforce development. Tentative Agenda at a Glance8:30 AM Arrival and light breakfast9:00 - Opening Ceremony Welcome Keynote9:50 Break10:00 Panel: Painting the Community Landscape Refugees in Roanoke Children in Schools Culture and Mental Health11:00 Roundtable Discussion "What can we do as a welcoming community?" a) Language Access b) Mental Health 12:00 PM Lunch and Networking1:00 Plenary 1 - Integration of Refugees in Virginia2:00 Plenary 2 - Adverse Childhood Experiences3:00 Break3:10 Working Together: A Statewide Perspective3:40 Looking Forward4:00 AdjournedCollaborative Partners• Blue Ridge Literacy• Commonwealth Catholic Charities• Family Service of Roanoke Valley• The Tree Planted Counseling• Virginia Refugee Healing Partnership• Virginia Department of Social Services- Office of New Americans• Virginia Dept. of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services – Office of Behavioral Health Wellness