# Event Details - **Event Name**: 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 12:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: This year's theme is “The Mind, Body, and Soul of Community Healing,” with a focus on culturally sensitive approaches to community healing.About this EventWelcome to the 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference!Join us on Thursday, June 25, and Friday, June 26, 2026, at St. Paul College for a day and a half of inspiration, healing, and empowerment. This year’s theme is “The Mind, Body, and Soul of Community Healing.” The conference will address the challenges that trauma poses to the mental, physical, and spiritual health of our communities.Participants will be exposed to culturally sensitive, trauma-informed approaches that foster a supportive environment and emphasize the importance of community healing. Attendees can look forward to a day and a half of engaging workshops, inspiring speakers, and valuable networking with educators and community practitioners.This event aims to promote mutual learning for growth and healing. Everyone is welcome, regardless of gender or culture, especially those who work within the community or are interested in this important topic. Mark your calendars for this "Groundbreaking” conference!and learn from each other. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day and a half of growth and healing! For updates, additional information is available at www.brothershealing.com. Thank You#CommunityHealing“If you never heal from what hurt you, you'll bleed on people that didn't cut you!" Unknown ” https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f3122590-354e-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1200-h601-dc470100-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f366ae30-354e-11f1-94cc-3b4f07bbef99-rimg-w1200-h519-dc2d301a-gmir.png Refund Policy:Refunds up to 7 days before the event. Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.CEs: Approved by the Minnesota Board of Social Work, social workers, LPCs, LPCCs from the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy, and LMFTs from the Minnesota Board of Marriage & Family Therapy. It is the individual licensee's responsibility to ensure that this event meets their continuing education requirements.Photo Permission Policy: Please be aware that professional photography and videography may take place during events, conferences, or classes. Your image may be used in printed and electronic materials created by the Conference Organizers for promotional and educational purposes. Additionally, your image may be shared with the media, third parties, or published online.Right To Cancel The Event: Samuel Simmons Consulting and Healing Brothers reserve the right to cancel any event, conference, or class due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances. In the event of a cancellation, participants will be notified as soon as possible by telephone and/or email. We will make every reasonable effort to reschedule the event.Day One June 25th (6CEs)🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AMRegistration, Exhibits, Continental Breakfast🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMWelcome & Opening RemarksHost: Benny Roberts, the organizer, and local dignitaries.🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM"A Son’s Reckoning With Family" Host: Dr. Carl L. Young, PhDInfo: "A Son’s Reckoning With Family: Trauma, Truth-Telling, and the Path Toward Community Healing" He will explore how trauma affects the mental, physical, and spiritual health of Black individuals and communities through storytelling and clinical insights. Using trauma-informed methods, he will emphasize social connections, cultural practices, and other paths to community healing.🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM6 Morning Workshops with educators and practitioners🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PMLUNCH, EXHIBITS: Take some time to socialize.🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:30 PM“Fireside Chat: coparenting, and stuff”Host: Pastor Carmen Lewis and Sam Simmons Info: Pastor Carmen Lewis, author of “Loving Jesus Made Me Crazy,” will chat with Mr. Simmons about Trauma and the Church and more. Pastor Carmen Lewis is a racial justice and community healing leader, an ordained Pastor with over two decades of service, and the author of Loving Jesus Made Me Crazy—a healing journey exploring recovery from church hurt and religious trauma, and reconnecting with God. A Chicago native rooted in Minneapolis, she is the founder of Black Brilliance and a nationally recognized facilitator, speaker, and advocate who creates culturally grounded healing spaces for Black and racialized communities.🕑: 01:45 PM - 03:00 PM6 Afternoon Workshops with educators and practitioners🕑: 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM“Holistic View of Trauma: Mind, Body, and Soul of Community Healing”Host: Sam Simmons, behavioral consultant, and co-host on KMOJInfo: Sam Simmons, LADC, behavioral consultant, co-creator of the conference, and co-host of the "Voices" radio show on KMOJ FM, will use his family story to critically examine the link between historical and/or intergenerational trauma and current challenges in the black community and its relationship to family health. He will also explore practical trauma-informed, culture-sensitive approaches that celebrate family and uplift the community.🕑: 04:15 PM - 04:30 PMCLOSING REMARKSDay Two June 26th(3CEs) 🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AMRegistration, Exhibits, Continental Breakfast🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:15 AMWelcome & Opening RemarksHost: Benny Roberts, the organizer, and local dignitaries.🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:15 AM“How Is Your Soul Today?”Host: Rev. Aledria “Lee” A. BuckleyInfo: Rev. Aledria “Lee” A. Buckley is a leader in trauma and spiritual care, emphasizing community healing and the role of the faith community. Rev. Aledria “Lee” A. Buckley is an executive leader, trauma-informed practitioner, and spiritual care provider whose work bridges systems leadership and community healing.🕑: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM "The Faith and Community Healing" Panel DiscussionHost: Moderator: Sam Simmons,Info: The panel will discuss community trauma and spiritual care, emphasizing healing together and the role of our faith community in this journey.🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PMCLOSING REMARKS - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/saint-paul/18th-annual-community-empowerment-through-black-men-healing-conference/100001985238907012 - **Event Categories**: Workshops, health-wellness, Art, literary-art, Business, Photography - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 100, max: 225, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Saint Paul - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: Saint Paul College - **lat**: 44.9491147 - **long**: -93.111261 - **full address**: Saint Paul College, 235 Marshall Avenue, Saint Paul, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/a18207e87770efa3ca8655d03f10389bbbfd1a5169491b3fd47cb85f03feab45-rimg-w1082-h540-dc010101-gmir.png?v=1775874926 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference being held? - **A:** 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference takes place on Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 12:30 pm at Saint Paul College, 235 Marshall Avenue, Saint Paul, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference? - **A:** Ticket prices for 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference range from USD 100 to USD 225 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityFull ConferenceUSD 225AvailableJune 25 2026 OnlyUSD 150AvailableJune 26, 2026 OnlyUSD 100Available - **Q**: Who is organizing 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference? - **A:** 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference is organized by Sam Simmons, LADC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 18th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference 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 Saint Paul, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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