Engaging all parts of a target community and understanding their mental health needs are the first steps toward preparing, implementing, and sustaining effective mental health programs and practices. Join the East Coast Hub in conversation with Oscar Morgan, the executive director of the Danya Institute, to discuss what true community engagement looks like and why it matters for the implementation and sustainability of mental health services. As Oscar walks us through the Community Mental Health Engagement Toolkit, we will cover the seven pillars of effective community partnership, a blueprint for establishing community partnerships, and building sustainability into each community connection.

By the end of the session, attendees will be able to:

1. Define the concept of community engagement, including its key components

2. Articulate the purpose of community engagement in planning, implementing, and sustaining mental health services

3. Recall five of the Seven Pillars of Effective Community Engagement.

This event is open to individuals working in HHS Regions 3 and 4, which include Alabama, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Individuals with disabilities who need sign language interpreting, CART, or other reasonable accommodations to participate in this event can contact the organizer at eastcoast@cmhisupport.org. Please make requests at least 10 business days before the event.