# Event Details - **Event Name**: Building Inclusive Communities - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: Educational workshop designed to build understanding, foster inclusion, and strengthen support for LGBTQ+ individuals and communities.About this EventAbout the Event: Join us for an engaging LGBTQ+ educational workshop presented by Jessica Cohen, CDP, LGBTQ+ Education Coordinator at Trillium Health. Drawing on more than 15 years of experience, Jessica will share insights and practical perspectives that promote greater understanding, inclusion, and support for LGBTQ+ individuals and communities. Whether you're looking to expand your understanding or strengthen your ability to create inclusive spaces, this workshop offers an opportunity to learn, reflect, and grow.Presented in partnership with MHA Rochester and Trillium HealthAbout The Presenter: Jessica Cohen, CDP (she/her), is the LGBTQ+ Education Coordinator at Trillium Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center that aims to provide extraordinary care to all of their patients through equitable, judgment-free, and affordable healthcare.A long-serving advocate for LGBTQ+ communities, Jess has over fifteen years of experience providing workshops and training to healthcare and social service organizations, corporations, K-12 schools, and higher education. Jessica has provided training to thousands of people locally and expanded her reach to include organizations outside of NYS through speaking engagements and consultation.Jess holds a Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY Brockport and is a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP). Outside of her work at Trillium, Jess enjoys spending time with her wife and two young children.Secure Your Spot: Register Today!At the Mental Health Association of Rochester, our mission is to promote mental wellbeing through culturally responsive peer-based programs and services so that individuals and families can thrive in their communities of choice. We rely on the generosity of compassionate supporters like you to advance our mission and make a positive impact on mental health.We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations for this event. Please e-mail info@mharochester.org with any accommodation requests. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rochester/building-inclusive-communities/100001992670944436 - **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, lgbt-pride, art, fine-arts, mental-health, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Mental Health Association of Rochester / Monroe County, Inc. - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Rochester - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Mental Health Association of Rochester / Monroe County, Inc. - **lat**: 43.1585377 - **long**: -77.5843293 - **full address**: Mental Health Association of Rochester / Monroe County, Inc., 274 North Goodman Street, Rochester, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Building Inclusive Communities - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/d8eff651ace0e0cafab064addf41c213af76ce92ff5042bf9a717433a5c34ecf-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1782556227 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Building Inclusive Communities being held? - **A:** Building Inclusive Communities takes place on Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Mental Health Association of Rochester / Monroe County, Inc., 274 North Goodman Street, Rochester, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Building Inclusive Communities? - **A:** Building Inclusive Communities is organized by Mental Health Association of Rochester. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Building Inclusive Communities is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rochester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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