The 'Great Change from the Great Lakes' conference aims to revolutionize youth mental health across Michigan. Hosted by ACMH and Youth United, the event promises a day filled with dynamic speakers, interactive sessions, and activities designed to empower and connect attendees. The conference will feature a variety of breakout sessions and panels focusing on innovative solutions and collaborative efforts in youth mental health. Attendees can expect to engage with leaders in the field, participate in discussions on current challenges, and explore new strategies for mental wellness.
Mental Health Conferences
Great Change from the Great Lakes: Driving the Revolution for Youth Mental Wellness
This conference, held in Lansing, MI, focuses on youth mental health, featuring inspiring speakers and interactive sessions to drive change across Michigan.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: May 21, 2025
Location: Lansing Center
City/State: Lansing, Michigan
Address: Lansing Center, Lansing, MI
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
ACMH
ACMH focuses on improving mental health services for children and families in Michigan, supported by various partners and donors.
Email: SReynolds@acmh-mi.org
Phone: 517-372-4016
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference begins with registration and networking at 8:00 AM, followed by opening remarks at 9:00 AM. The day includes various breakout sessions, a lunch panel, and concludes with a closing group activity and remarks by 3:30 PM.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Mayor Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing
Nedra Cannon
Founder of Harmony in Hues Wellness Center
Myles Johnson
Ingham County Commissioner
Lauren Griffin
Founder of The Healing Parent Co.
Danyelle Orr-McNeil
Parent Support Partner, Community Engagement Liaison, Assured Family Services
Ethan Getchell
Clinical Social Work Fellow, Michigan Medicine Psychiatry
Adon Vazquez
American Indian Health and Family Services
Taylor Maxwell
American Indian Health and Family Services
Keegan Johnson
Community Integration Specialist and Peer Support Specialist, Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities
Krissy Dristy
Director of Peer Programs, ACMH
Kim Batsche-McKenzie
Director of the Division of Program and Grant Development and Quality Monitoring, Bureau of Children’s Coordinated Health Policy and Supports, MDHHS
Jamar Marreign
Author and music artist
Coach A'Jai Necole
Mental Strength Coach and Trainer
Kara Hope
Michigan State Representative, 74th House District
DJ Y'z
All of the Above Hip Hop
Tabor Vits
All of the Above Hip Hop
Jeremiah Steen
Founder and Executive Director, Steen Foundation
Jarell Farley
Youth Leader
Natalia Cuthrell
Youth Advocate, MISide
Kyla Viruquiz
Youth Peer Support Specialist, NLCMH Wexford/Missaukee Counties
Nadiah Dyer-Coronado
Youth Peer Support Lead Trainer, ACMH
Christy Levine
Parent Support Partner, Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, Ingham Counties
Margo Pierce
Parent Support Partner Statewide Coordinator, ACMH
Other Links and Information
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