Mental Health Conferences

2024 Disaster Behavioral Health Conference

The 2024 Disaster Behavioral Health Conference, themed 'Footprint of Disasters: Building Equity in Response,' will take place in Brooklyn Center, MN. It focuses on disaster preparedness and response with an emphasis on equity.

Conference Overview

Some quick details about this conference.

The 2024 Disaster Behavioral Health Conference aims to address the critical role of behavioral health in disaster response and recovery. Attendees will engage in discussions on bias interruption, equity in recovery, and early intervention protocols. The conference offers a platform for professionals to explore the evolution of disaster behavioral health practices. The agenda includes keynote sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities, focusing on advancing equity and mobilizing healthy habits in disaster contexts.

Time and Place

Maybe the most important details of the conference.

Conference Date: April 17, 2024

Location: Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center

City/State: Brooklyn Center, Minnesota

Event Format: in-person

Conference Organizer

This organization is hosting this conference.

Metro Health & Medical Preparedness Coalition

This is the group that put together this event.

Registration Fees

How much does this conference cost?

Cost Type Notes
$80.00 Walk-In Admission Admission fee for attendees registering on the day of the event.

See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.

Schedule and Agenda

It's important to know what is planned.

The conference will run from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on April 17, 2024. It includes sessions on bias interruption, equity in recovery, and early intervention protocols, among other topics.

Notable Speakers

These folks will be speaking at the conference.

Brittany Dahlen

MSN, RN, CHSE, NPD-BC, CPN, co-founder of Shifting Frames Consulting

Samreen Vora

MD, MHAM, FACEP, CHSE, co-founder of Shifting Frames Consulting

Danielle N. Perry

MSW, Office of Community Mitigation and Recovery, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

CDR Gabriela Ramirez-Leon

PsyD, MPH, M.ED, ABPP, Office of Community Mitigation and Recovery, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Hector R. Matascastillo

MSW, LICSW, ASC Psychological Services

Nancy Carlson

MPhil, CFT, CFE, Disaster Behavioral Health Coordinator, MN Dept of Health

Tai Mendenhall

Ph.D., LMFT, Professor University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Nazamia E.A. Comrie

Sociologist, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, U.S. Department of Justice

CEU Details

Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).

CEUs from Mental Health Boards and Certificates of Attendance will be given to all who attend.

Hotel Information

You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)

The conference does not provide specific hotel information. Attendees are encouraged to arrange their own accommodations in Brooklyn Center, MN.

Parking Information

Unless you're taking public transit.

Parking details are not provided. Attendees should check with the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center for parking availability.

Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities

If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.

Details on sponsorship, exhibitor, and advertising opportunities are not provided. Interested parties should contact the Metro Health & Medical Preparedness Coalition for more information.

Other Links and Information

The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.

Reminder: This is an overview of this conference, and you should consult the official website for details on registration, fees, deadlines, and other details. Quill Therapy Solutions is maintaining this information to make it more accessible to the therapist and mental health professional community.

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