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National Black Child Development Week (May 11-15, 2020) is currently underway! Thank you all who were able to join us to today as we began day two of our
week-long series of webinars, educational activities, and social media events, focused on the concerns and needs of Black children and families during the COVID-19 pandemic
. Today we had hundreds of attendees and participants!
Even though day two is complete, it is not too late to register for more events.
DAY TWO RECAP: TUESDAY, MAY 12
FOOD INSECURITY
Understanding food insecurity and the impact of COVID-19
Presenters:
- Carlos M. Rodriguez, President and CEO, Community Food Bank of New Jersey
- Moderator: Tobeka G. Green, President & CEO, National Black Child Development Institute
THE BLACK ECONOMY - PART 1
The Economic and Financial Impact of COVID-19 on Black Families
- David Clunie, Executive Director, Black Economic Alliance
- Moderator: Jocelyn Sturdivant, Senior Vice President, Institutional Advancement, National Black Child Development Institute
SOCIAL WORK
Understanding Social Work in the Foster Care System During the Pandemic and Beyond
Presenters:
- Dr. Sandra Edmonds Crewe, Dean and Professor of Social Work, Howard University
- Dr. Brenda Jones-Harden, Alison Richman Professor for Children and Families at the University of Maryland, School of Social Work and Vice President, Board of Directors, ZERO TO THREE
- Moderator: Cemeré James, Senior Vice President of Policy, NBCDI
HOMESCHOOL HAPPY HALF HOUR LUNCH & LEARN
Gaining Practical Tips and Tools for Teaching Children of All Ages at Home
Presenter:
- Linda Melton Mann, President, BCDI-Mid Hudson and Retired Assistant Superintendent of Schools, Poughkeepsie City School District
HOMESCHOOL HAPPY HALF HOUR
FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Making Slime with Mr. Hines
- Johnathon Hines, Pre-K Teacher of the Year, Georgia Department of Education
Tomorrow we have an amazing line-up in which we will focus on mental health, practicing self care and having a scavenger hunt. (See full schedule below)
DAY THREE SCHEDULE: WEDNESDAY MAY 13
NOON - 1 PM: MENTAL HEALTH:
Therapy for Black Families: Supporting Children and Parent's Mental Health During COVID-19
Presenters:
- Mr. Brian Coleman, 2019 School Counselor of the Year, American School Counselor Association
- Dr. Onnie Rogers, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Northwestern University and Director, Board of Directors, National Black Child Development Institute
- Mr. David Johns, Executive Director, National Black Justice Coalition
- Kelli Richardson Lawson, CEO and Chief Joy Officer, JOY Collective and Founder, The SonRise Project
- Moderator: Mr. Jason Rosario, Host of the Yahoo! News "Dear Men" Series and Founder of the Lives of Men & "Hey Jason!" Podcast
1PM - 2PM
: MENTAL HEALTH:
Mental Health and Teen Years: Knowing When You Need Additional Support
Presenter:
- Jaynay C. Johnson, Award-Winning Teen Therapist, School Consultant, Entrepreneur and Author
- Moderator: Kelli Richardson Lawson, CEO and Chief Joy Officer, JOY Collective and Founder, The SonRise Project
2PM - 3PM: HOMESCHOOL LUNCH & LEARN
Practicing Self-Care and Wellness for Parents and Caregivers
Presenter:
- Christine St. Vil, CEO & Founder, Moms 'N Charge
4 PM - 4:30 PM: HOMESCHOOL HAPPY HALF HOUR FOR PARENTS & CHILDREN
Parent/Child Scavenger Challenge
Presenter:
- Joy McElveen, Actress, Model, and Children's Play Specialist
Happy National Black Child Development Week!
#NBCD2020 # 50Forward
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