This course is an expansion of the toolkit called “Towards Positive Change To promote Mental Health and Wellbeing: A Toolkit for Black Canadians.” This innovative resource was created by Black Canadians (people who identify as African, Caribbean, or Black) for Black Canadians. This toolkit aims to;
• Increase understanding around systematic issues that impact the well-being of Black Canadian Communities.
• Increase awareness about mental health and mental illness and ways of promoting recovery and positive mental health within Black Canadian Communities.
It is a call to action for this community to experience sustainable mental health and support. Topics covered in the toolkit and in the course include:
1. Key Terms, Myths &Truths about Mental Health
2. Factors that Impact Mental Health
3. Gender Based Analysis Plus
4. Parental Influence and Mental Health
5. Impact of Housing on Mental Health
6. Workplace Policies and Procedures
7. Taking Care of Your Own Mental Health
8. Taking Care of Others
Dates: Wednesdays, February 19 – April 2, 2025
Time: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Facilitators: Mercy Gbodi and Rispah Namunyu
Online: Via Zoom
To register for the Well-Being Sessions Towards Positive Change: A Toolkit for Black Canadians online course, please fill out the form below:
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