The 2024 Northland Prevention Conference aims to empower coalition members and caring adults with tools and knowledge to prevent youth substance use and improve mental health. Hosted by the Northland Coalition, the event features a continental breakfast, keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and a resource fair. Attendees will engage in discussions on topics such as opioid education, resilience, and youth-led prevention initiatives. The conference provides a platform for networking and sharing resources, fostering a community dedicated to creating healthy environments for youth.
Mental Health Conferences
2024 Northland Prevention Conference
The 2024 Northland Prevention Conference is a one-day event held in Kansas City, MO, focusing on youth substance use prevention and mental health improvement. It includes speakers, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
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Conference Date: March 07, 2024
City/State: Kansas City, Missouri
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Northland Coalition
The Northland Coalition is a group of volunteers dedicated to preventing and reducing substance use among youth in Clay, Platte, and Ray Counties. They provide tools, resources, and knowledge for effective prevention efforts.
Schedule and Agenda
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The conference begins with registration and breakfast at 8:00 AM, followed by opening remarks at 9:00 AM. The featured speaker, Yvonne Williams, presents at 9:45 AM. Two workshop sessions are scheduled, with a lunch and networking session in between. The event concludes with resource tables open for exploration.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Yvonne Williams
Yvonne Williams is the CEO of Speak2Inspire, LLC, a motivational speaker, and author. She has received the 2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
Shanetta Cooper
Shanetta Cooper is a Social Worker in the North Kansas City School District, focusing on empowering individuals through a person-centered approach.
Sherri Miller
Sherri Miller is the Youth Prevention Team Supervisor at Beacon Mental Health, providing training on substance use, suicide prevention, and mental wellness.
Ashley Halter
Ashley Halter is the Program Director of Park Hill Community Alliance For Youth, with over a decade of experience in mental health and prevention.
Erin Gabert
Erin Gabert is the Senior Community Impact Director for the American Heart Association, focusing on policy and environmental changes in Kansas City.
Dawnne Dehne
Dawnne Dehne is a professional family support provider with credentials from the Missouri Credentialing Board, focusing on mental health advocacy.
Roshan Dasari, MD, MPH
Dr. Roshan Dasari is a Psychiatrist with a focus on integrating mental health and preventive care, emphasizing early detection and risk factor management.
Michelle Lane, RN, MSN, NE-BC, CMSRN, CHC
Michelle Lane is a Certified Nurse Leader and Health Coach with over 25 years of experience in nursing, psychology, prevention, and wellness.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The Missouri Behavioral Health Council has approved this program for up to 3.4 behavioral health continuing education contact hours.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels, including Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Friend of Prevention. Sponsors receive benefits such as conference admissions, logo placement on marketing materials, and the opportunity to host a resource table. More details can be found here.
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