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Open Dialogue on LGBT and Pacific Islander Mental Health: Lived Experiences of a Veteran
ZoomCome join in on the next webinar in the 'Ohana Center of Excellence web series focused on the intersection of LGBT Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander mental health. K Mataōtama Strohl (they/them) will be sharing their lived experiences at the intersection of being a Black, Sāmoan, Queer, Transgender, and disabled veteran with ADHD, […]
Culturally Adapted Depression Assessment for Chinese Americans: How to Reduce Mental Health Disparities and Improve Access to Care
ZoomThe workshop will cover culturally based symptom expressions for depression, including psychological, somatic, and interpersonal symptoms, used by Chinese American adolescents, adults, and older adults and how healthcare and community providers can better detect depression and engage clients with mental health care. The workshop showcases educational videos and symptom checklists developed by the San Francisco […]
Severe Mental Illness and Dismantling Mental Health Barriers: Culturally Responsive Strategies for Supporting Asian Americans
ZoomThis workshop will present a detailed description of severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia spectrum disorders and review their impact and current findings among Asian American individuals and families. An in-depth discussion of prevalent barriers to mental healthcare among Asian American communities will be provided, such as mental health stigma and misinformation. Prevailing myths and […]
Novel Digital Interactive Theater-based Intervention to Promote Empathy, Mental, and Emotional Wellbeing Among AANHPI Communities
ZoomYale Compassionate Home, Action Together (CHATogether) is a novel community-based digital program that promotes empathy and emotional wellness through interactive theater (Song J, 2022). Using interactive theater adopted from the Theater of Oppressed, we aim to promote empathy and communication skills among AANHPI children, adolescents, and families. Components of the Yale CHATogether program will be […]
Kealaokekoa, A Cultural Journey of Rediscovery and Self-Reliance for SUD Treatment
ZoomThe ongoing project of colonial imperialism is dependent upon renouncing individual cultural and ethnic identity in favor of a monolithic belief in the US republic. As a nation with a history of violence and oppression against people of color, and the displacement and removal of Native peoples, it remains imperative for the US to retain […]
Problem Gambling: A Hidden Addiction among Asian American Communities
ZoomGambling encompasses diverse cultural practices and modern forms like casino gambling. In the Asian American community, factors like cultural acceptance and targeted marketing contribute to its prevalence. Problem gambling, as defined by DSM-5, affects individuals despite adverse consequences, with neuroscience revealing addictive pathways similar to substance use disorders. Treatment options include behavioral therapies, cognitive interventions, […]
Burmese History, Cultural, and Mental Health Support
ZoomFor several decades dating back to the 1940s to present-day Burma has been suffering numerous conflicts such as wars and coups within the country causing uprising tension and problems for the people young and old fearing for safety, not being able to live flourishing lives whether it's obtaining everyday resources, bringing in a good amount […]
The Need for Culturally Relevant, Family-based Substance Use Prevention Interventions for Rural Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Youth
ZoomThis workshop is presented in partnership with Papa Ola Lōkahi and the AANHPI ‘Ohana Center of Excellence. Substance use initiation often occurs during adolescence, and early initiation is commonly associated with problematic substance use, such as substance use disorders. National and local public health data consistently demonstrate that Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) youth have […]
Understanding Grant Funding, Acquisition & Administration for our Indigenous Communities: Part II
ZoomThis workshop is presented in partnership with Ho‘aka Mana, Papa Ola Lōkahi and the AANHPI ‘Ohana Center of Excellence. Building on the grant processes reviewed in Part I, this webinar will build on the core competencies of nonprofit and small business development and planning, following a custom-designed workbook that will guide small groups through a […]
The Power of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Cultural Practices in Healing
ZoomIn honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May, please join us for a free webinar that is open to all.#AANHPIHeritageMonth#SAMHSAEquity2024What is this webinar about?This webinar focuses on applying cultural frameworks to build trust and community engagement in behavioral health care services for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander […]
Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging for Queer and Trans Pacific Islanders (QTPI)
ZoomIn this free online webinar, Raynald Samoa, MD will lead a discussion on the intersectional identity of Queer and Trans Pacific Islanders (QTPI) and the layered oppression this community faces as well as opportunities to address systemic barriers that disenfranchise QTPI. What will participants learn? Introduce Terminology pertinent to QTPI equity as well as QTPI […]
Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Convening
ZoomThe White House Office of Public Engagement and the White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) invite you to tune into an AA and NHPI-focused mental health convening on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. This event—marking National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month—will provide updates from the Biden-Harris Administration on its ongoing […]
