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Abilities Group Night
Abilities Group Night
Embrace the spirit of inclusivity and solidarity with those with disabilities at Margaritaville Night at the Ballpark.
2 events,
Creating Your Own Path Autism Conference 2024
Creating Your Own Path Autism Conference 2024
The 10th Annual Creating Your Own Path autism conference will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at The Hilton Jackson in Jackson, MS.
Boots on the Ground by Project GAP
Boots on the Ground by Project GAP
International Charity Day is a world-wide day to give back. Our Charity Day aims to bring together community resources to fill a critical gap in support for those who need it most.
1 event,
Early Childhood Systems of Care: A Reflective Learning Space – Session 1
Early Childhood Systems of Care: A Reflective Learning Space – Session 1
Series Dates: September 6 | September 13 | September 20
During this series, Stakeholders will engage in a deep dive into strategic ways to map early childhood community resources.
1 event,
It Takes a Village
It Takes a Village
Join us for the opening reception of our art exhibit “It Takes a Village” on September 7th, from 5 pm until 7 pm.
2 events,
Maintaining Family Connectedness (online)
Maintaining Family Connectedness (online)
Navigating the child welfare system is difficult for any parent and doing the work to get one’s children returned home is a monumental feat.
Every Day Counts: Community Conversations on School Attendance
Every Day Counts: Community Conversations on School Attendance
Every Day Counts: Community Conversations on School Attendance
A Listening Session Series Addressing Chronic Absenteeism
3 events,
Excel By 5 Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence: Nurturing Minds, Shaping Futures.
Excel By 5 Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence. Join them for Nurturing Minds, Shaping Futures! September 10 at Eagle Ridge Conference Center.
Trauma-Informed Parenting: Using Lifebooks (online)
Trauma-Informed Parenting: Using Lifebooks (online)
This training is designed to assist participants with understanding the value of a Lifebook for a child in care and the ways in which the collaborative process of developing a Lifebook can promote psychological well-being and assist with maintaining positive family ties as well as partnerships between parents with child welfare involvement and caregivers.
Annual Community Health Fair
Annual Community Health Fair
ANNUAL COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2024 WHERE: ST. JAMES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 722 MILITARY ROAD COLUMBUS, MS 39701 *****MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW. ******
2 events,
BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS – MTSS PBIS Tier 1 Training
BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS – MTSS PBIS Tier 1 Training
This training is specially designed to align with Mississippi's essential components of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
Join other parents for a monthly meeting and online gathering to coach and support other parents in any system.
1 event,
NAMIWalks Mississippi – Columbus
NAMIWalks Mississippi – Columbus
NAMIWalks is about people who think nothing of giving everything - their time, stories, and heartfelt dedication to the cause.
1 event,
Early Childhood Systems of Care: A Reflective Learning Space – Session 2
Early Childhood Systems of Care: A Reflective Learning Space – Session 2
Series Dates: September 6 | September 13 | September 20
During this series, Stakeholders will engage in a deep dive into strategic ways to map early childhood community resources.
1 event,
Mississippi Recovery Festival – SAVE THE DATE
Mississippi Recovery Festival – SAVE THE DATE
Support ENDING ADDICTION In Mississippi at Mississippi Recovery Festival, the largest Recovery Festival in Mississippi on September 14, at the LaFleur's Bluff State Complex.
2 events,
Every Day Counts: Community Conversations on School Attendance
Every Day Counts: Community Conversations on School Attendance
Every Day Counts: Community Conversations on School Attendance
A Listening Session Series Addressing Chronic Absenteeism
Nothing About Us Without Us: Families Supporting Recovery
Nothing About Us Without Us: Families Supporting Recovery
The National Federation of Families will host Nothing About Us Without Us: Families Supporting Recovery will be held September 16 at 12:00 pm.
2 events,
Third Annual Northeast Mississippi Addictions Summit
Third Annual Northeast Mississippi Addictions Summit
Join Health Alliance for their third annual Northeast Mississippi Addiction Summit where they connected attendees to resources and education on addiction and recovery efforts throughout our area and state.
Empowering Futures: A Parent’s Guide to Pre-Employment Transition Services
Empowering Futures: A Parent’s Guide to Pre-Employment Transition Services
Discover how Pre-ETS training equips students with disabilities with essential skills for successful careers.
2 events,
Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting
Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting
The Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. via zoom.
Person Centered Planning Is Social Justice
Person Centered Planning Is Social Justice
This is an online event where various speakers will dive deep into the intersection of person-centered approaches and social justice.
1 event,
Guest Feature: Unleash Your Potential: Transform Your Organization (and Your Life!) with Authentic Feminine Leadership
Guest Feature: Unleash Your Potential: Transform Your Organization (and Your Life!) with Authentic Feminine Leadership
No matter where you are in an organization’s hierarchy you have the ability to lead and propel the important work forward using your personal strengths, your energy, your values and your relationship-building skills.
5 events,
Early Childhood Systems of Care: A Reflective Learning Space – Session 3
Early Childhood Systems of Care: A Reflective Learning Space – Session 3
Series Dates: September 6 | September 13 | September 20
During this series, Stakeholders will engage in a deep dive into strategic ways to map early childhood community resources.
Children and Lead: What We Don’t Know Can Hurt Them
Children and Lead: What We Don’t Know Can Hurt Them
Children under 6 are the most vulnerable to the effects of lead poisoning. The good news is that lead poisoning is 100% preventable.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Committee
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Committee
The EHDI AC advises the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program. Families and professionals are encouraged to attend this regular meeting, and public comments may be shared during each meeting.
2 events,
3rd Annual Hispanic Festival Community Health & Resource Fair
The Mississippi SHINE Project and SEMRHI will host our 3rd Annual Hispanic Festival Community Health & Resource Fair on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Community Resource Fair
Community Resource Fair
"Connecting Partners to Transform Communities & Create New Beginnings" in collaboration with LINK and Canopy Children's Solutions
2 events,
Relationship-Based Practice and Making Effective Referrals (online)
This workshop teaches participants how to implement a client-driven, partnership-based approach to I&R.
Lagniappe Teachers Going Above and Beyond for Exceptional Children
September 23 - 25, 2024
The Mississippi Unit of CEC hosts a fall conference every year. It is the largest educational conference in Mississippi that focuses on professional learning for special educators and stakeholders.
3 events,
Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee Meeting
Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee Meeting
MAAC is tasked with writing a report to the legislature outlining any roadblocks that exist that prevent meaningful progress.
5 events,
10 Annual Mississippi Virtual Trauma Informed Care Conference
The 10th Annual Mississippi Virtual Trauma Informed Care Conference, "A Decade of Leading the Way to Triumph Over Trauma," will Sept. 25-27.
Save the Date! A Stronger WE: Building Stronger Support, Alignment, and Impact for Systems of Care
Save the Date! A Stronger WE: Building Stronger Support, Alignment, and Impact for Systems of Care
Today, we are working harder than ever to live into the power and possibility of using the System of Care (SOC) approach to transform the lives of children and families in our communities.
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
This group focuses on understanding current policy issues and opportunities to serve on decision-making committees.
Homicide Awareness Day Balloon Release
Homicide Awareness Day Balloon Release
Join NFusion Metro as they paint the sky with love and memories in honor of homicide victims in a beautiful uplifting way.
3 events,
Board of Mental Health Meeting
Board of Mental Health Meeting
The Department of Mental Health Regular Board meeting will be held on September 26, 2024, at 10:00 am in Jackson, MS.
NAMIWalks Oxford
NAMIWalks Oxford
NAMI Oxford NAMIWalks participants like you don't just walk the walk. You are the walk. NAMIWalks is about people who think nothing of giving everything - their time, stories, and heartfelt dedication to the cause: Mental Health for All. Now it's your turn to step forward. To join our caring community or to welcome new friends. Accept the challenge and […]
4 events,
National Public Lands Day
In honor of National Public Lands Day, join us in celebrating with a special event under the theme "Together for Tomorrow through Health and Community."
Living Better, Aging Well Collaborative Community Expo
Living Better, Aging Well Collaborative Community Expo
Living Better, Aging Well is A collaborative community expo will be held at Reed's Park on September 28, 2024from 10 am - 2 pm.
The Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument: National Public Lands Day Celebration
The Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument: National Public Lands Day Celebration
Join The Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, in partnership with the Golden Key Envision center to host Latin dance classes.
1 event,
What Is PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports)? An Introduction for Families
What Is PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports)? An Introduction for Families
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based, tiered framework for supporting students’ behavioral, academic, social, emotional, and mental health.
2 events,
Purple Shine Walk: Shine Your Light Against Domestic Violence
This walk is a FREE, non-competitive walk against the devastating effects of domestic violence in our communities. This is a positive event to help shine the light on the topic of abuse in hopes of ending a vicious cycle.
Heart Work Series: Healing-Centered Reunification
Heart Work Series: Healing-Centered Reunification
Meets Tuesdays in October
Healing Centered Reunification, led by Lane Krumpos, focuses on reframing reunification practices through a healing-centered approach.
2 events,
Southeast Region National Rehabilitation Association’s (SERNRA) Annual Training Conference.
Join the Rehabilitation Association of Mississippi at the Southeast Region National Rehabilitation Association Training Conference, where you can immerse yourself in a dynamic experience featuring engaging breakout sessions that foster professional growth and learning.
4 events,
Children’s Mental Health Conference
Children’s Mental Health Conference
professional and support staff, educators, and advocates to heal through understanding using trauma-informed strategies. If you're passionate about children's mental health, advocacy, or foster care, we want to hear from you!
Independence, Here We Come!
Independence, Here We Come!
Preparing for independent living is an exciting time in any youth's journey towards adulthood. For youth with disabilities and their families this is a time filed with questions and challenges.
Break the Cycle: Bystander Intervention & Self-Defense Class
Break the Cycle: Bystander Intervention & Self-Defense Class
Join BBGDF & Gordon Training System in the fight again domestic violence! Empower yourself and others, one person at a time, through self-defense skills and confidence-building strategies.
2 events,
NAMIWalks Mississippi
NAMIWalks Mississippi
NAMIWalks is about people who think nothing of giving everything - their time, stories, and heartfelt dedication to the cause.
NAMIWalks Pine Belt
NAMIWalks Pine Belt
NAMIWalks is about people who think nothing of giving everything - their time, their stories, their heartfelt dedication to the cause: Mental Health for All.
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