Rebuilding & Reclaiming Black Families

Come join us as we come together to strengthen and empower Black families through rebuilding and reclaiming our roots and heritage.

About this Event

Rebuilding & Reclaiming Black Families

Come join us at Howard University, School of Social Work for an empowering event focused on strengthening and supporting Black families. This in-person gathering will feature insightful discussions, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. Learn from experts in the field and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for rebuilding and reclaiming our communities. Don't miss out on this important event!

Day 1


🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:15 AM
REGISTRATION/WELCOME/CODE OF ETHICS

Info: A continental breakfast will be provided.

🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Opening/Panel Discussion: Uplifting Families From the Inside Out

🕑: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Morning Workshops #1- We Wear the Mask
Host: Dr. Patrick Crawford

Info: This Workshop explores the definitions and concepts of the mask with a focus on the impact self-awareness and/or self-unawareness and how it dictates the personal development and utilization of the interchangeable masks we wear. It is our intent to probe deeper into the practitioners thought process of self knowledge and its relation to self worth.

🕑: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
#2 - Finding Nia (Purpose) in Black Social Work
Host: Ahmari Anthony

Info: This interactive workshop will explain the social work profession’s historical ties to the existence and expansion of the carceral matrix. Then, participants will collaborate to develop multi-level strengths-based, community-centered approaches that address today’s most urgent public health issues.

🕑: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
#3 - Suicide & Aging Adults: Concerns & Interventions.
Host: Janeen Cross

🕑: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
#4-Supporting Black Families Through Grief-Informed Social Work
Host: Jihan Eley

🕑: 01:15 PM - 03:00 PM
Luncheon/Greetings from the Dean of HUSSW - Dr. Sheara Jennings
Host: Luncheon Speaker-Donnie Landon

🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Afternoon Workshops - #5 - Pleasure, Please
Host: Bianca Ward

🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
#6-Knowing Your Village: Healing, Reclaiming, and Restoring Connection
Host: Terrance Woods

🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
#7-Healing Through Body-Centered Living: An Afrocentric Approach to Trauma
Host: Dr. Latoya Edwards

🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
#8 - Ready to Sign Them Papers: Divorce, Discord, & the Black Child's Burden
Host: Camille Jones

Day 2


🕑: 08:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Workshop #1 - Sound the Alarm: The Critical Need to Reclaim Black Men's Health
Host: David Miller

🕑: 08:45 AM - 10:45 AM
#2 - Hope Beyond Foster Care: Reclaiming Futures for Transitioning Black Youth
Host: Monique King

🕑: 08:45 AM - 10:45 AM
3-A Sacred Approach to Reclaiming Wellness for Black Social Workers & Families
Host: Ivy Hylton

🕑: 08:45 AM - 10:45 AM
#4-Enhancing Ethical Decision-Making & Professional Integrity in Child Welfare
Host: Wendy Alias

🕑: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
#5-Examining Barriers to Housing Stability for Homeless, Black Veterans
Host: Kianna Liang
#6-Generations of Reciprocity-Caring for Our Elders, Our Youth, and Ourselves

🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
SANKOFA SCHOLARSHIP BRUNCH

Info: Join us for this special event! You are cordially invited to join us for our inaugural Sankofa Scholarship Brunch as we celebrate and honor the individuals who founded the Mighty DC Chapter of ABSW as well as others who've had a significant impact on our community and have contributed to the growth and sustainability of ABSW and its'mission.

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