The Power of Belonging!
Everyone needs to feel a sense of belonging. A sense of belonging is not just a "nice-to-have," it's a fundamental human need that influences mental health, productivity, organizational effectiveness, and overall happiness.
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About the Workshop!
Research shows that individuals who feel they belong are more likely to succeed academically, perform better at work, and experience better mental health outcomes. Unfortunately, many environments still struggle to foster this sense of community.
This interactive workshop, facilitated by dynamic and fun, expert presenters, will empower you with winning strategies to promote and instill a lasting sense of belonging within your community of practice.
Who You will Meet!
The founder and clinical director of The Joy Center and founder of Beautiful Feet Mentorship Program for teens and adults.
Kelley Ivey Brown - Clinical Director
A career professional with CDCP and currently a doctoral student in Social Justice, with an emphasis in Public Health.
Traci Cook - Public Health Analyst
Our workshop host is a gifted writer and storyteller with over 30 years of experience in corporate communication, and creative writing,
Danese Turner - Writer and Professor
What you will learn:
Promote Inclusivity
Inclusivity is not a buzz-word, it is a Super Power! Develop and implement policies that ensure all individuals, regardless of background, feel welcomed. Inclusivity should be embedded in the fabric of your organization's culture.
Learn Active Listening
Gain strategies that encourage open dialogue by actively listening to the thoughts and feelings of those you serve to create a safe space where everyone feels valued and understood.
Engaging Activities
Plan and organize engaging activities that promote interaction and team-building. From workshops to informal gatherings, these events can strengthen connections and foster a sense of community.
Story
Workshop Origin Story
The idea of The Power of Belonging Workshop was birthed after a trifecta of events. After working with Lisa Yolanda George to promote the “Unplugged for Self-Care” Exhibit; preparing to deliver a Leadership Development segment for her Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Chapter (Alpha Alpha Psi Omega Chapter), and also planning for the kick-off meeting with Worship Arts Ministry leaders at Turner Chapel AME Church in Marietta, where Danese serves as Worship Arts Director, she saw the critical NEED--now more than ever—for people in general, and especially youth and young adults, to be connected and to BELONG, fostering stronger bonds and positive relationships. After the WXIA TV appearance promoting the exhibit, one of her good friends and "pusHers" brought up the idea to Danese for a "mental wellness" conference, but Danese knew that this was merely confirmation for her vision to tackle the deeper issue, which affects our mental wellness: BELONGING.
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Workshop Speakers
Speakers / Facilitators
Danese turner
Workshop Facilitator, Professor and Writer
Danese Turner, a gifted writer and storyteller with over 30 years of experience in corporate communication, writing, and instructional design, has the unique ability to bring any vision to life. As the Producer and Creative Consultant for the "Unplugged for Self-Care" exhibit, curated by Lisa Yolanda George, Danese promoted the event across media outlets such as ATL Live on Atlanta News First, Praise 102.5 FM's "The Neiko Flow Show," and "Atlanta & Company" on WXIA 11 Alive, in August and September 2024.
traci cook
Public Health Analyst
Traci is a Public Health Analyst at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She has studied at
Princeton University and Westminster Choir College and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in piano
performance, theater and art history at Rider University. She received a Master of Arts in Teaching at
Emory University and is currently a doctoral student at the University of Toronto in Social Justice, with an
emphasis in Public Health.
kelley ivey brown
Clinical Director
Kelley Brown born and raised in Chicago, IL is a devoted wife of 24 years to Reverend Travis L. Brown, a mother, nana, therapist, mentor and leader in the community. Kelley is the founder and clinical director of The Joy Center, LLC, a private practice located in Fayetteville, GA. She is the founder of Joy in Motion – Beautiful Feet Mentorship Program for teens and adults that promotes creative expressions in movement using various interventions to build self-esteem and foster emotional healing. Kelley is the founder of Maggie’s Scholars Foundation as well as the author of various motivational and self-help resources (Oh the Joy of Beautiful Feet workbook, I Choose Joy, and The Joy of Walking in Your Own Shoes daily journals) (www.joynmotion.org).
Venue: Smyrna Community Center - Dogwood Room (See Map Below)
We're excited to welcome you to this informative and interactive session. Workshop Instructions:
Please plan to arrive a few minutes early to secure parking as other events are always happening at the beautiful Smyrna Community Center, even as they continue to expand and grow. We've been told that the nearby churches and Smyrna Market Village are often accommodating of any extra parking if necessary.
Pre-workshop Assignment: Please bring a small item that is important to you. Make sure it's not an heirloom or expensive treasure. You'll be responsible for your item.
Taking the Self-Care Message to the Community
ATL & Co.
with Host, Cara Kneer and Celebrity Photographer, Jus Jenean
aTlanta Live
with Kynnedi Jefferson and Hosts, Becky Sattero & Jobina Fortson-Evans
Praise 102.5
with Kynnedi Jefferson and Neiko Flowers of the "Neiko Flow Show"
Conference Sponsor
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