Call for Proposals: 2023 Education Summit

Presentation Proposal

This year, we're going somewhere we haven't been before: we're tackling some of the biggest youth areas of concern of both today and tomorrow. We're looking for subject matter experts to contribute their knowledge and skills to social workers, counselors, chemical dependency professionals, peer support workers, students, and more. We also plan to include youth in our program as well to provide perspective to our conversations and learning throughout the day. Why did we choose youth mental health and wellbeing? There are approximately 25.8 million teenagers living in the United States. That’s millions of young people who are dealing with a rapidly changing world shaped by technological advancements, social media influences, academic pressures, and societal expectations. At its core, understanding youth mental health requires an appreciation for the unique challenges and complexities that adolescents face during this pivotal stage of their lives.
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LGBTQ+Person with a disabilityDeaf or hard of hearingPerson who has experienced mental health challenges and/or traumaTransgenderStudentNeurodivergentVeteranPerson who has experienced addiction or substance use disorderFamily member of someone with a behavioral health conditionMember of a rural communityCurrent or former emergency responderEnglish as a second language
Your Session Proposal

Whether you are a decades-long subject matter expert or a person with lived experience, the MHA education team wants to hear from you. What can you teach the hundreds of peers, behavioral health providers, government officials, emergency service providers, consumers, advocates, and supporters that attend our education events?
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Common mental health disorders (prevalence and treatment of anxiety, depression, etc.)Youth substance useIsolation, Loneliness, or Grief SensitivityThe impact of trauma on young brainsSuicide and self-harmLGBTQIA+ or BIPOC youth-specific challengesScreen dependenceTechnology and social mediaYouth peer supportEffects of bullying and strategies for treatmentImpact of environmental stressors such as socioeconomic status, cultural expectations, and societal normsInvolvement with/impact of the juvenile justice systemUnhoused youthRecognizing unhealthy behaviors (interpersonal violence)Using the arts to engage when traditional methods aren’t workingSupportive mental health servicesOther
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The process to accept workshops is selective. There are a limited number of slots available, and the final decision is at the discretion of MHA. You will be notified of your presentation's status by February 28, 2025. The final decision regarding your presentation will come to you from Kara (katwell@mhankyswoh.org).
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