Webinars and watch parties and workshops

African Americans suffer disproportionately in almost all categories of health disparities. This presentation from the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts will delve into the contributing factors of African American health disparities including menthol-flavored tobacco and how systemic racism, which will provide context to the cumulative effects of racism over centuries, has set the playing field today that we are all operating on – how it shows up in our lives, wealth and health – using tobacco as a medium for the story.

Join Pioneer Valley Habitat and co-hosts rk Miles for the annual FEAST for Habitat, a fun after-work party! The FEAST will be held this year at rk Miles from 5:30pm – 8:00pm on Wednesday, May 25th. Mingle with old friends and make new ones while sampling food and drink from local purveyors, bid on fabulous silent auction items, and listen to jazz music. Celebrate the good work being done by so many at Habitat, including our volunteers, building and housing community, and building supply donors. TICKETS

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Cutchins Programs presents May 20 (Virtual) Trauma & Attachment Symposium on Sensory Integration, Praxis, and Developmental Trauma: Impact on Attachment and Participation. There is an increasing awareness of the relationship of sensory integration and processing challenges to trauma and attachment concerns. Learn MORE.

Three County CoC

Fair Housing 101 Workshop June 23

Everyone deserves equal access to safe and affordable housing. Unfortunately, even after the passing of the 1962 Fair Housing Act many people still experience housing discrimination. This workshop will provide an overview of federal and state fair housing laws, and how they join together to create an overall pattern of protection. REGISTER

Recovery Supportive Workplace Series Begins May 25

The Northampton Health Department and Hampshire HOPE are partnering with the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce to present a series of three interactive virtual programs to learn about Recovery Supportive Workplaces. Employers and employees are invited to attend one, two or all three of the presentations.

1. Weds May 25, 12 – 1: Key Features of Recovery Supportive Workplace.

2. Weds, June 8, 12 – 1: Building the Culture: First Steps to Building Recovery Supportive Workplaces.

3. Weds, June 22, 12 - 1: How to Talk With Employees About Your Concerns About Their Substance Use.

To register: https://www.hampshirehope.org/

Join the Massachusetts Association for Mental Health on Thursday May 19 for a virtual screening and panel discussion for the documentary, Angst! Angst is a film-based education program designed to raise awareness around anxiety, with an emphasis on youth and families. The film includes interviews with kids, teens, experts, and parents. Find info HERE.

Money Experience, an online financial education program from the Office of Economic Empowerment focused on personal priorities and quality of life, is now available to students at community colleges/state universities, and interns in Massachusetts. Join this webinar to explore how you or your organization can get started with Money Experience. Faculty, intern program leaders, mentors, and students are all welcome! More information HERE.