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

Registration is required to participate in this all-digital event, so r egister now at https://nbcdw.eventbrite.com

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

Presenter:

  • 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: CemerĂ© 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

Presenter:
  • 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!

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