The Brazos Valley Coalition on Suicide Prevention is hosting their third annual Conference on Suicide Prevention and Awareness - “Surviving the Storm: COVID-19 and Isolation” being held virtually on Nov. 5. The goal of the conference is to address the immense scope of issues related to mental health and suicide prevention. Throughout the conference, participants will formulate discussions surrounding our community banding together to end the stigma of mental health and suicide across the Brazos Valley, the state of Texas, and the world. While getting an in-depth look at action that is being taken in our communities, audience members will gain insight into prevention strategies, education and outreach opportunities, support services, and helpful resources available throughout the state and nationwide to aid in breaking the stigma.
Participants will be joined by a lineup of speakers and intersectional workshops, such as: "Saving Lives by Communicating Proactively" led by Santana Simple, Ph.D. (assistant director of the Suicide Awareness & Prevention Office at Texas A&M University), "Leadership Culture & the Prevention of Suicide in Law Enforcement” led by Lieutenant Carl Andrew Currie (Texas Department of Public Safety), "Substance Use Disorders and Suicide Risk" led by Dr. Andrew G. Giannotti, M.D. (certified addiction specialist), "Helping Communities Become Suicide Safer" led by Lisa Sullivan (director - Texas Suicide Prevention Collaborative), "A Mother's Story” panel discussion with Monica, Kay, and Margo, and “There is Hope” panel discussion with Jon Peters and Christopher Burgess.
This event is free for all community members near and far; however, donations are always appreciated. CEUs are being offered through Symetria Recovery for LPCs and LCDCs (6.5 hours) with registration being $10. Additionally, Texas Juvenile Justice Department training hours will be offered for this training for the same registration fee of $10. To register and reserve your spot today, visit www.bvcosp2020.eventbrite.com.
The conference is generously sponsored by Symetria Recovery, La Hacienda Treatment Center, and Professional Concrete Construction. If your business is interested in sponsorship opportunities, email bvcosp@gmail.com or complete the Sponsorship Add-On in the registration link above. Any questions or concerns can be emailed to bvcosp@gmail.com.
