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Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week’s edition highlights child development, education, JEDI resources, as well as a variety of professional development and job opportunities. Please note: We will be pausing the Monday Memo next week following the Thanksgiving holiday. We hope everyone enjoys a restful and restorative break. The Memo will resume on Monday, December 8. We wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!  Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG Highlights Thank you to everyone who joined us for our   General Meeting Showcase on Youth Mental Health  earlier this month!  We’re grateful to our regional partners for sharing their incredible youth-focused initiatives. For anyone who missed the session—or would like to revisit the content—you can now access the recording, slide deck, and follow-up resource document using the links below. We hope these materials support your ongoing efforts to uplift youth, strengthen partnerships, and foster resilience across Georgia.  General Meeting Recording General Meeting Slides General Meeting Follow-Up Resource Document November Power of Healing Blog: The Day My Heart Spoke: A Journey from Burnout to Healing  by Dr. Shannon Hervey : In this month’s Power of Healing blog,  Dr. Shannon Hervey from Gwinnett Coalition reflects on how burnout and a sudden health crisis forced her to slow down, set boundaries, and rediscover rest. Her story is a powerful reminder that true resilience begins with caring for ourselves. As we enter the holiday season, we hope everyone takes time to rest, recharge, and care for their well-being. Emory Biokind Analytics Partnership Interest:  Emory Biokind  is a student-run organization that partners with Georgia-based healthcare nonprofits to support their mission through free data analysis services. Their team works with partners to transform raw data into meaningful insights that help organizations communicate their impact, identify emerging needs, or strengthen programs.  If your organization collects data and would be interested in collaborating, please reach out to the nonprofit coordinators, Arwen Chang and Sammy McClintock, at arwen.chang@emory.edu  and sammy.mcclintock@emory.edu . New Resource: Food Insecurity Guide: We’re excited to share our newly developed Food Insecurity Resource Guide , created to help partners quickly identify supports, programs, and strategies that address food access challenges in communities throughout the holiday season. This tool offers practical information and easy-to-use links to connect families with nutritious, reliable food options. Feel free to share widely with your networks! Please also consider donating to your local food banks during this time. Coalition Highlights Resilient Chattahoochee Valley   c elebrates the certification of three new Community Resiliency Model (CRM)® trainers —Jarvis Hamilton, Christina Young, and Imani Jones. CRM is a skills-based approach that helps individuals and communities manage stress, reduce burnout, and strengthen resilience by understanding the body’s nervous system. These trainers are now equipped to bring practical wellness tools to educators, first responders, families, and organizations across the region. Thank you for making this a priority, RCV! Resilient Northwest Metro Coalition (Previously Cobb Collaborative):  Cobb Collaborative’s coalition has expanded into Cherokee and Douglas and has rebranded to Resilient Northwest Metro! Check out their new blog, Unmasking the Stigma: Thunderbolts Gritty Look at Trauma & Healing   which explores how Marvel’s “Thunderbolts” tackles mental health and trauma in a raw, human way—showing characters who struggle with depression, PTSD, addiction, and shame. The film humanizes their healing journey, emphasizing connection, compassion, and collective support as real paths to recovery.  Resilient Northeast Georgia :  The Athens Area Community Foundation  is offering  two free Community Resiliency Model (CRM) trainings on January 7th from 11AM–1PM and January 21st from 2PM–4PM . Additionally, check out their Trauma 101 Webinar   here  or Trauma-Informed Toolkit here . Child Development Supporting Young Children Affected by Family Separation Policies | ZERO TO THREE:   From Zero to Three  is a comprehensive resource on supporting young children affected by ongoing family separation policies. The guide goes through latest statistics, news trauma-informed resources, and other helpful resources for childcare professionals. Read through the toolkit   here .  Connecting Early Childhood Development to Climate Change - YouTube:   This webinar from Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University  focuses on early childhood development in regard to climate change.  Watch the webinar here .  A Guide to Communicating About Early Childhood Development:   Additionally, The Center on the Developing Child  developed a resource on communicating about early childhood development. This toolkit draws together a wide variety of resources around early childhood development while highlighting social issues like systemic racism and climate change. Look through the full resource here .  Education Maximizing Opportunity Amid Evolving Federal & State Roles in Education:   The Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education (GPEE) is hosting a free event on December 11th from 9:30 AM-12 PM   that will explore the landscape of education governance, funding, accountability, and innovation in the Georgia education system. Learn more and register here .  Interpersonal Violence and Support Nia Project | Emory School of Medicine:   Emory University's  Nia project received an award for program extension! The Nia Project offers trauma-informed culturally-responsive free care that empowers economically marginalized women with a history of interpersonal abuse and suicidal behavior to be resilient, heal, find purpose, and engage in their communities. Read the full story   here .  JEDI Only Solidarity Can Defeat Division:   A recent blog post from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation  highlights cross-racial and cross-movement solidarity. Authors Trevor Smith and Savannah Romero speak about the coalition they founded, the Black Liberation-Indigenous Sovereignty (BLIS Collective), which envisions a space to build solidarity, collective power, and community. Read the full story here .  Podcast: Understanding Racism’s Impact on Child Development : From the Center on the Developing Child’s podcast Brain Architects   “Understanding Racism’s Impact on Child Development- Working Toward Fairness of Place in the United States” features key researchers who explore how racism impacts a young child’s development and how racism contributes to inequity in access for places children live, grow, play and learn. List here .   Job Opportunities University of Georgia | Social Media and Marketing Specialist:   Apply to be social media and marketing specialist with the University of Georgia! The specialist will spearhead efforts to plan, create, and manage digital and print marketing content, social media campaigns, and work with program and community parents. Read the full job description and apply   here . University of Georgia | Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator:   Apply to be an outreach and recruitment coordinator at the University of Georgia! The coordinator will work on developing and strengthening relationships with community organizations, agencies, and leaders who connect couples to ECG workshops and services. Read the full job description and apply   here .   Professional Development The Strengths Small and Midsize Nonprofits Build on to Create a Resilient Funding Strategy | Bridgespan:   An article from Bridgespan highlights ways smaller sized nonprofits can utilize their strengths and assets to develop strong funding strategies which are resilient. Explore this resource here ! Additionally, Bridgespan is hosting a webinar on the same topic on December 9 at 2 PM.  Sign up here .

Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week’s edition highlights addiction & recovery, parents & caregivers, pets & mental health, professional development, workforce, and youth resources. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG Highlights Thank you to everyone who joined us for last week’s General Meeting Showcase on Youth Mental Health!   Stay tuned — the meeting recording and resources will be available soon. NEW Southeast Coalition Leads!  Resilient Communities of Marshland Georgia   has launched under new leadership to strengthen trauma-informed care and mental health support across Bulloch, Camden, Glynn, Liberty, Long, and McIntosh counties. Now guided by Family Connection Region 12 in partnership with Safe Harbor Center, coalition efforts will include training in the Community Resiliency Model, Connections Matter, and Mental Health First Aid, as well as annual county summits and a youth advisory board. Welcome aboard, RCMG! Workforce Resources: Know How to Improve Mental Health Workforce in Georgia : Resilient Georgia’s Workforce Resource page is a one-stop hub for strengthening Georgia’s behavioral health workforce. The site features tools, training opportunities, data dashboards, funding and loan repayment options, and policy resources to support recruitment, retention, and professional growth. Explore statewide and national strategies designed to build a sustainable, well-trained mental health workforce.  Resource: Updated CEU Approval Guide  :  This resource developed by RG provides an overview of how to secure CEU approval for various professional development events offered by your coalitions. It outlines the preparation steps needed to apply and approval processes for multiple authorizing organizations, including the State Bar of Georgia (CLEs), DECAL, GAMFT, POST, GSCSW, LPCA, NASW, NBCC, and the University of Georgia. Check it out and learn how to offer CEUs for trainings! Coalition Highlights Resilient Gwinnett  Join the next Gwinnett Coalition All Call on November 24th from 4–5 PM as they explore the current administration’s “Big Beautiful Bill” and its impact on the nonprofit sector. Zoom calendar link .  Save the date ! The Resilient Gwinnett Summit will be held Thursday, March 26, 2026 . More information coming soon.  Addiction and Recovery Changing Lanes Intervention Human Services (CLIHS) offers a compassionate, evidence-based approach to addiction recovery through its 1 2–14 week outpatient relapse prevention program  approved by the Georgia Department of Community Health. The program combines therapy, physical activities, and family support to empower individuals ages 12 and older toward long-term change. CLIHS also accommodates participants with co-occurring mental health disorders or disabilities , and Spanish interpretation services are available.   Parents and Caregivers Raising Great Children After Your Difficult Childhood | PACEsConnection:   This blog post from Dr. Schiraldi features key principles and skills for parents who have experienced adverse childhood experiences themselves and are keen to protect their children from the same experiences. Read the full post here  and please share widely with your networks of parents and caregivers! Mattering in Early Childhood: Building a Strong Foundation for Life:   From the   Harvard's Center on the Developing Child is a new resource on how mattering impacts children’s lifelong health and well-being and provides tups for promoting a sense of mattering in young children. Download the resource here .   Pets and Mental Health Pets and mental health resource center | Mental Health America:  This is a resource hub from Mental Health America and the Human Animal Bond Research Institute  on how animals may have a powerful and healing role in your mental health. This resource page provides centralized information and tools on pet-related therapy. Access the page   here .   Ahimsa House   is a nonprofit of Georgia that helps survivors of domestic violence and their pets by offering emergency shelter, basic and emergency vet care, a warm hotline with resource referrals, transportation, and more. Our lead coalition partners at the Waycross Family Justice Center have utilized this incredible resource to support their clients. Learn more about Ahimsa House here .  Professional Development 2025 Fall Perinatal Learning Series - Black Mamas Matter Alliance:   Registration is open for the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA)  fall perinatal learning series throughout the month of November. This is a six-part virtual and interactive training for participants to learn evidence-based insights, practical tools, and strategies for working to improve Black maternal health outcomes. Sessions offer CE credits and folks can register   here .    Please share with your networks! Atlanta Nonprofits: Build Data Skills, Capacity, and Fundraising Power - at No Cost   Join a cohort of Atlanta nonprofits interested in building capacity, grants, and strengthening nonprofit development. UpMetrics  is a platform that helps organizations collect, analyze, and share data to better understand and communicate their social impact. Participants will receive tools and training on navigating challenges nonprofits are facing currently, workshops for sustainability and success, and help network for funding connections. Learn more and join the interest list   here .  Workforce Carter Center Mental Health In The Workforce Event:  J oin the  Carter Center  for an evening of workplace mental health programming on December 8 from 6-8 PM . This evening program will feature keynote speakers focused on mental health. Learn more and register for the free event here .  Motivo Report: From 57% to 54%: More  Therapists Crossing the Finish  Line, But Not Nearly Enough : Motivo Health is a digital platform that connects licensed supervisors with associate-level therapists, supporting behavioral health organizations in managing clinical supervision, licensure compliance, and workforce growth. Motivo has also released a research report examining the national therapist shortage, highlighting community-level impacts of the behavioral health crisis, the gap between social work graduates and licensure attainment, and strategies to strengthen the licensure pipeline. Read the report here .  Youth Grief & Youth Homelessness Awareness Toolkit:   This new Free Your Feels resource is a grief and youth homelessness awareness resource toolkit with separate sections for youth, parents/caregivers, educators & professionals, and the public. Read through this toolkit here  to learn more about grief and youth homelessness and action steps on how to support this population.

Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week’s edition highlights ACEs and resiliency building resources, maternal and women’s health resources, professional development opportunities, and youth support. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG Highlights NMHWAC Cohort 6 - Please share with recent MH graduates!   Applications are open for Cohort 6 of the National Mental Health Workforce Accelerator Collaborative (NMHWAC) ,  a partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Kaiser Permanente, and RG. This program offers post-master’s candidates up to $10,000 in milestone-based incentives , including stipends and professional development support. Eligible applicants are early-career clinicians pursuing licensure and committed to serving under-resourced communities.   Apply here   by November 16th. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to NMHWAC@thenationalcouncil.org .  General Meeting Regional Showcase: This Thursday November 13th at 11am!  This showcase, Building Resilient Futures: Youth Mental Health in Action , focuses on supporting Youth Mental Health efforts statewide.  Join us this week on Zoom to hear from six Resilient Georgia Regional Coalitions and their innovative youth mental health initiatives. Discover how local partnerships and creative strategies are strengthening well-being and resilience in Georgia’s communities. To request an invite, please email Alex English at aenglish@resilientga.org . See you there! Action-Item:   Parent to Parent Community Needs Assessment Survey:   Parent to Parent of Georgia   is developing a 3-year strategic plan and invites your input through a short 10–12 minute Community Needs Assessment Survey . Your anonymous feedback will help strengthen support for families and individuals with disabilities or special health care needs across Georgia. Please complete the survey and share widely with your partners serving children and families!  Coalition Highlights Resilient Coastal Georgia    is hosting a ceremony honoring first responders this Thursday November 13th from 10 AM-12 PM   for their participation in the Handle with Care initiative . Handle with Care (HWC)   i s a program where law enforcement informs a child’s school if a student was present during a traumatic event, like domestic violence or an accident. Learn more about the program here  and register for the ceremony   here . Additionally, RCG is the newest coalition with a resource guide developed by Resilient Georgia ! This comprehensive guide includes child and family behavioral health state and local resources with service descriptions and contact information for the counties. View the RCG guide here .  If your coalition is interested in a resource guide, please contact Nikki at nwarner@resilientga.org .  Resilient Communities of East Georgia  Child Enrichment   recently hosted its quarterly  My Loved One & Me  event in partnership with The Basics—an afternoon dedicated to creativity, connection, and quality time with little ones. Families celebrated the season with pumpkin painting and playful moments that encouraged slowing down and making memories together. This free community event will return on December 16th at 10:30AM , and all are welcome to join the fun! Sign up here . ACEs and Resilient Development  Creative Resilience | iHeart:  Hosted by Dr. Briana Woods-Jaeger of Emory University, Creative Resilience is a podcast on mental health and well-being for youth, families, communities, and society. Episodes highlight research, lived experiences, and inspirations from academics, artists, and community leaders. Listen to the podcast here . Resources | ACEs Aware – Take action. Save lives.:   ACES aware  has resources for clinicians on ACE screening and clinical responses. Resources are organized by type, topic, and stages. Read more   here .  Mattering in Early Childhood: Building a Strong Foundation for Life: This is a resource from Harvard’s Center on the Developing Child on how mattering affects children’s lifelong health and well-being and tips for promoting a sense of mattering in young children.  Legal Advocacy Volunteer Opportunities:   Pro Bono Partnerships of Atlanta  is seeking volunteer transactional lawyers. Opportunities range from healthcare to intellectual property areas.  Learn more here !  Maternal and Women's Health Maternal Health Awareness Day 2026:  Join Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies  for Maternal Health Awareness Day on January 21 from 10 AM-4 PM . This event brings together advocates, community leaders, and more to push lawmakers at the Capitol for real change in maternal health policy. Register here .  Georgia expectant mothers find time is not on their side for prenatal care:   This AJC article  uncovers the vast disparity in care for Georgia mothers, particularly those in rural areas, with 80 of 159 counties lacking a full-time OB-GYN, and ongoing rural hospital closures forcing many women to travel long distances for prenatal care. Recent data show rising rates of late or inadequate prenatal care, though infant mortality rates have slightly improved. State leaders have expanded Medicaid postpartum coverage to one year, extended TANF benefits to pregnant women, and are exploring ways to use local public health departments to provide prenatal visits. These efforts aim to reduce disparities and ensure safer, more accessible care for mothers and babies across Georgia. Read the full article here .  REPORT & TOOLKIT: Trauma-Informed Women's Health:  This new toolkit from the Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice   explores how the healthcare system can promote trauma-informed policies and practices to better address disparities and challenges impacting women’s health.  It offers resources for advocates and change agents to advance healing-centered approaches that honor lived experience and support recovery and well-being.  Professional Development Webinar | From Connection to Care: How Integrating Social Health Improves Mental Health Outcomes:   Join this webinar on November 17th at 1:30 PM EST  on social health hosted by Talkspace and Wisdo Health .  The webinar will discuss various topics like how social health improves treatment initiation and how social health platforms can enable referrals to therapy and services. Learn more here .   Youth Mental Health America  published their 2025 Supporting Young Minds resources .  This guide includes resources and tools created to help youth combat feelings of hopelessness, build resiliency, and inform adults how to advocate for youth. Please share widely!  She Soars Youth Resource Guide   created by the nonprofit She Soars   is a resource guide developed by young people for young people. The guide intends to connect peers with mental and emotional health resources in Metro Atlanta and nationally. Check out the guide here . Please share widely with your families, youth-serving professionals, and educators!

Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week’s edition highlights education, infant and early childhood mental health, mental health and crisis support, and professional development opportunities. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG Highlights Final Peer Network Call of the Year – November 4th at 2 PM! Don’t miss our last Peer Network Call of 2025 tomorrow Tuesday, November 4th at 2 PM , as we continue our series on Coalition Building and Evaluation. Join us to connect, learn, and close out the year with inspiration and shared insight! This session will focus Vision & Leadership and Evaluation & Operational Excellence. NMHWAC Cohort 6 - Please share with recent MH graduates!   Applications are open for Cohort 6 of the National Mental Health Workforce Accelerator Collaborative (NMHWAC) , a partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Kaiser Permanente, and RG. This program offers post-master’s candidates up to $10,000 in milestone-based incentives , including stipends and professional development support. Eligible applicants are early-career clinicians pursuing licensure and committed to serving under-resourced communities. The application is open now until November 16th . If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to NMHWAC@thenationalcouncil.org .  Save the Date for Our Next General Meeting Regional Showcase :   Building Resilient Futures Youth Mental Health in Action: Join us on Thursday, November 13, from 11AM – 12:30PM  on Zoom for our next Regional Showcase centered on supporting Youth Mental Health. We will spotlight six Resilient Georgia Regional Coalitions and their innovative youth mental health initiatives. Discover how local partnerships and creative strategies are strengthening well-being and resilience in Georgia’s communities. To request an invite, please email Alex English at aenglish@resilientga.org . Learn more about our speakers here! Action-Item! Suicide Prevention Training for Faith Communities: She Soars , in partnership with the   Emory Rollins School of Public Health ,  is conducting a survey and needs assessment for faith leaders  as part of the new “Pray And” Initiative. This initiative—launched in collaboration with the Metro Atlanta Ministerial Alliance (MAMA) and Soul Shop Movement —offers free education, training, and program support to help clergy and faith-based leaders recognize, discuss, and respond to mental health and crisis needs within their congregations and communities.  Faith leaders are invited to take the brief 3–5 minute survey  by November 11th. Please share widely with your faith communities!  U.S. Child Poverty Triples to 13%:  A recent report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation  highlights the growing urgency of food insecurity and poverty nationwide. The analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data from the annual Supplemental Poverty Measure — slated for discontinuation by the current administration — found that more than 1 in 8 children (13%) lived in poverty in 2024. Without the support of government programs and policies, the child poverty rate would nearly double. Notably, 61% (5.9 million) of children living in poverty had at least one employed parent,  reflecting the challenges working families face in meeting basic needs. As you consider the lack of SNAP benefit availability in November, your coalitions may be hearing from partners about food and nutrition trauma. For families in need of assistance, the following resources can help . Please also consider donating to and stocking your local food banks during this difficult time.   Our Food Banks – Feeding Georgia   Atlanta Community Food Bank    Second Harvest of South Georgia    Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia   Coalition Highlights Cobb Collaborative:   The coalition’s last virtual Capacity Catalyst   workshop of 2025 will be this Thursday, November 6th from 3p-4p.  The workshop presenter is Robert Carnes, Marketing Director with Green Mellen , who will be exploring how storytelling can amplify your impact as a nonprofit while gaining practical tips on how to connect your mission to your audience through your impactful work. Registrants will receive a recording of the presentation, with live participation encouraged. Use the link here  to learn more and sign up.    Resilient Gwinnett:   Resilient Gwinnett recently hired two interns, Kayla (Georgia State University) and Libby (University of Georgia), who are both are currently pursuing degrees in social work. They are actively contributing to several initiatives under Resilient Gwinnett, including one key project developing the Resilient Gwinnett Youth Advisory Council.   Education School Safety Law - HB 268 - Georgia Appleseed Center for Law & Justice:   Georgia Appleseed published a helpful guide on the latest House Bill 268. This resource breaks down the main changes from the bill for parents, educators, and advocates trying to understand how this law impacts your school or child. Read here .   Georgia Appleseed, GSU explore the economic and social impact of high school students not graduating – WABE:  Featured on “Closer Look,” is a new report by Georgia Appleseed on the long-term economic and social benefits of keeping students in school. This report utilizes data from the class of 2022 in Georgia and examines what factors increase students likelihood of dropping out of high school. Listen to the story here  or read the full report here .      Homeless Students–Humankind on Public Radio – Apple Podcasts:   From Humankind on Public Radio comes an episode highlighting an inner city high school student from boston who launged a series of citywide clothing drives motivated by the needs of fellow students who are homeless or displaced. Listen to the podcast here .   Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Financing Policy Project | ZERO TO THREE:   From ZERO TO THREE comes the Infant and Early Childhood mental Health Financing Policy Project. This project aimed to support states to develop policy and financing strategies which increase access to and utilization of mental health supports and services for young children and their caregivers. Learn more about the project and resources created   here .   ZERO TO THREE is also hosting a webinar showcasing their latest toolkit “Integrating Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health into Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics.” Join the webinar to learn more about the toolkit and also hear from representatives from the National Council for Mental Health Wellbeing and state IECMH teams. Mental Health and Crisis Support The State of Mental Health in America:   This report from Mental Health America provides state-level rankings on mental health and latest national data on mental health conditions. Read the full report   here .  A new Support and Crisis Line Infographic   i s now available to save, post, or share. It lists key hotlines for crisis situations, assault and abuse, and ongoing mental health support—offering a quick way to find help or help someone else. Download and share to keep these vital resources close at hand.    FREE 988 Training Modules:   From 988 Georgia comes a series of free training modules to help strengthen skills in mental health support, crisis intervention, and responsible reporting. Learn more and register here . Professional Development Partnerships in Education and Resilience (PEAR):   Educators, counselors, and youth-serving professionals are invited to join “Increase Mental Wellness and Resilience through Developmental CBT Strategies” , the first in a three-part, credit-bearing workshop series from PEAR. Taking place Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 1–4 PM ET , this interactive session will equip participants with practical, developmentally appropriate CBT techniques to help youth manage stress, build coping skills, and strengthen resilience—while also supporting their own wellness. Early-bird registration is $250 through December 1.  Circles of Security Parenting Facilitator Training:   This is a training to learn how to facilitate the Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) Program for parents and caregivers. The COSP program is aimed to support families to recognize unhelpful intergenerational patterns and help understand children’s needs. Virtually offered from December 8-12 from 6:30 AM-8:30 AM PST and costs $1000. Learn more and register   here .

Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week’s edition highlights ACEs research, JEDI resources, nonprofit and healthcare professional development, and a youth-focused opportunity.  Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG Highlights NEW! Regional Coalition Microsite:   We’re excited to announce the launch of the Resilient Georgia Regional Coalition website!  The site now features a coalition leader login portal  with access to internal resources, coalition building videos , and a searchable Monday Memo Archive to easily find past opportunities. Explore the new site and please share widely with your networks!  Upcoming Dates: October Coalition Connection Calls-Happening This Week! Join us for this month’s Coalition Connection Calls as we gather your feedback and reflect on Resilient Georgia’s current processes and procedures to help shape our 2026 planning and meeting schedule. Your insights are invaluable—please attend and make sure your voice is heard! Tuesday October 28th at 2pm: Rounds 2, 4, and 5 Thursday October 30th at 1pm: Rounds 1 and 3 Final Peer Network Call of the Year – November 4th at 2 PM! Don’t miss our last Peer Network Call of 2025 on Tuesday, November 4th at 2 PM , as we continue our series on Coalition Building and Evaluation. Join us to connect, learn, and close out the year with inspiration and shared insight! This session will focus on two key themes: Vision & Leadership – Exploring who’s at the table, the role of committees, leadership strengths, and how strategic vision and collaboration sustain coalition work.  Evaluation & Operational Excellence – Reflecting on highlights and challenges, integrating evaluation into coalition planning, and strengthening capacity, efficiency, and effectiveness. Coalition Highlights Resilient West Central: Coalition Lauch Meeting!   Resilient West Central Georgia is a Round 5 regional partnership serving Butts, Henry, Fayette, Lamar, Pike, Rockdale, Spalding, and Upson counties. The coalition is hosting a  Virtual Launch Meeting  on  October 28th from 11AM– 12PM . Join to learn more about the work the coalition is planning on doing and connect with peers and share with your partners in those counties! Register here.   Resilient Clayton & GCAPP : Our coalition partner, The Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential, is hosting a special “Let’s Talk Month: Fatherhood Edition” webinar this Wednesday, October 29th from 7–8PM. This virtual event will focus on the vital role fathers play in fostering open communication, connection, and wellbeing within families. Participants will gain practical tools and resources to support meaningful conversations with youth.   Register   here .  Resilient North Georgia , led by Wellroot Family Services, is featured on Fostering Resilience  for their work with the Reaching Teens Trauma-Sensitive Model —an evidence-based framework that equips professionals to build trust, strengthen relationships, and foster resilience in youth. The model emphasizes empathy, communication, and trauma-informed approaches to help young people feel safe, seen, and supported. Each training session is worth 1.5 CEU credit hour and has different training focuses. Upcoming virtual trainings are November 20th and December 4th.   Additionally, they are offering “Deep Dive Trainings” on October 29, November 11, and December 9 from 12-1:30 PM .  The Reaching Teens training is a prerequisite  to these sessions. Register here  for one or all sessions.  ACEs Childhood Stress Strongly Linked to Chronic Disease in Adulthood, Duke Researchers Find | Trinity College of Arts & Sciences:   Research from Duke University has found a strong link between higher stress in children and adverse health conditions for them later  in life. Researchers found that a child’s stress levels in an indicator of their cardio and metabolic health in adulthood. Read the article about the research   here . The Impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) -   Therapy for Black Girls Podcast  on iHeart Radio hosted a recent episode  on the impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). The podcast covers  the long-term impacts of ACEs with Dr. Nadine Burke Harris,  California's first Surgeon General. Listen to the episode   here .   Healthcare The   American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Center for Relational Health and Trauma-Informed Care,   in partnership with the CDC, UCLA, and UMass Chan Medical School, is  recruiting pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists for a new cohort of the Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) Champion Program. This initiative aims to strengthen the capacity of pediatric providers to deliver trauma-informed care to children and families. Selected TIC Champions will serve as subject matter experts, train and support clinical teams, and guide the implementation of trauma-informed practices in healthcare settings.   Applications are due November 9, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CT .   JEDI Hispanic Federation's 2025 Policy Priorities - Hispanic Federation:   From the Hispanic Federation is a report on policy priorities for state and federal legislation that addresses concerns from the Latino communities. With input from over 780 non-profit organizations, the policy report covers subject areas from the economy to voting rights to more. Read the report here .  The Latino Data Hub  is a tool for understanding and accessing information on the American Latino community. Use this data discovery tool and learn about various statistics like employment rates, educational attainment, income and poverty and more. Access the tool   here .  From Insights to Actions: Advancing Trauma-Informed Care for Asian American and Asian Immigrant (AAAI) Children and Families Workshop Recap:  The Lotus Project  hosted a workshop on trends and insights for trauma-informed care and prevention for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) earlier this fall. Watch a series of recordings from the workshop and hear from local AAPI focused agencies and mental health professionals here .  Nonprofit Resources Share Your Story: Federal Government Shutdown | National Council of    Nonprofits:   As nonprofits are being affected by the federal government shutdown, the  National Council of Nonprofits invites organizations to share the impacts of the shutdown on their organizations. Submit your story   here .  Meeting the Moment and Nurturing Possibility with Trust-Based Philanthropy:   On October 28 at 2 PM  EST , Gary Steuer of the Bonfils-Stanton Foundation   will share about innovative strategies his foundation used to strengthen Denver’s arts and culture infrastructure. This is a part of a conversation series featuring funders who are demonstrating trust-based philanthropy. Future meetings will be November 18th and December 11th at 2pm EST.   Register here . How Government Funding Disruptions Affected Nonprofits in Early 2025 | Urban Institute: A research report from Urban Institute  used data from the 2025 National Survey of Nonprofit Trends and Impacts and found that a third of nonprofits reported experiencing federal, state, or local government funding disruptions and these organizations were more likely to report reductions in staff, programming, and future hiring. The report investigates how prevalent government funding disruptions were for nonprofits, the impacts of such disruptions, and more. Youth Opportunity for Youth to Join Focus Groups on Opioid  Prevention Campaigns:    Voices for Georgia’s Children , i n partnership with GUIDE, Inc. , is hosting virtual focus groups with youth ages 12–18 across Georgia to gather their perspectives on opioid awareness campaigns. Running through December 2025 , these sessions aim to learn what messages and approaches resonate with young people and how prevention efforts can be improved. Insights will be shared with policymakers and advocates to ensure youth voices shape future opioid awareness campaigns. Partners are encouraged to help recruit youth participants through direct outreach methods. Please share widely with the youth you serve! Youth can register here by November 7th!

Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. As we settle into the fall season—a time for reflection, renewal, and growth—this week’s edition highlights education resources, funding and professional development, as well as an opportunity to acquire interns and fellows with the PIN program. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG Highlights October’s Power of Healing Blog   features The Yellow Elephant Ministries , celebrating 10 years of hope and healing. Founded by Michelle Cope  after losing her best friend to suicide, a simple yellow elephant drawing has grown into a statewide movement of connection and compassion. Thank you to everyone who joined our October Lunch and Learn!  Courtnee King and Ashlie Oliver from the Georgia Health Policy Center shared an insightful overview of Mindworks Georgia   and House Bill 268 ,  Georgia’s legislation focused on school safety, school climate, and student wellbeing. The discussion highlighted how the state is strengthening student mental health and school safety efforts following last year’s tragic event at Apalachee High School. Access the   recording , slides ,  and please take a moment to complete our October Lunch and Learn Survey   to share your feedback. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is celebrating its 100th anniversary  by redefining the phrase “take a hike”—turning it into an invitation to reset and reconnect with nature. The campaign highlights hiking as a simple, accessible way to boost mental and physical wellbeing. Since fall is in full force and temperatures are cooling, the RG team encourages you to get some fresh air and “take a hike!” for your health and wellbeing. Explore scenic routes and outdoor adventures through   Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites   or discover National Parks in Georgia .  NEW! Regional Coalition Microsite:   We’re excited to announce the launch of the Resilient Georgia Regional Coalition website!  The site now features a coalition leader login portal  with access to internal resources, coalition building videos , and a searchable Monday Memo Archive to easily find past opportunities. Explore the new site and please share widely with your networks!  Coalition Spotlight Cobb Collaborative :  We’re thrilled to share that our partnership with the Cobb Collaborative is expanding into Douglas County!  This growth marks an exciting new chapter in our collective work to strengthen community connections and support mental health and resilience across the region. The coalition is joining Wellstar Douglas Hospital for the upcoming Women’s Health Showcase  on October 28th from 6-8PM  (Zoom option available) hosted by the Women of Wellstar Douglas Leadership Team.  Resilient Coastal Georgia: Over 1,600 people gathered at Daffin Park for the fourth annual Peace in the Park,  hosted by the Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire , a Resilient Coastal Georgia partner. The event fostered unity and connection through performances, conversation circles, and a human peace sign. Congratulations to   Molly Lieberman, Executive Director of Loop It Up Savannah and coalition lead for Resilient Coastal Georgia, who was honored with the Champion for Youth Peacebuilder Award  for her dedication to empowering young people and strengthening community ties.  Education Rooted in Rural, Growing Stronger Together: Rural Education and Innovation Fall Summits : The Office of Rural Education and the Georgia Foundation for Public Education are hosting these two Fall Summits on November 4th and November 13th  in Tifton and Helen, Georgia. These events will bring together leaders from all of Georgia’s rural school districts and will cover topics on college and career readiness, special education, and more. The fee for attendance is $50.00 and the summit will run from 7:30 AM-3:30 PM . Learn more and register here .  Emergency Preparedness Join the Georgia Emergency Preparedness Coalition for Individuals with Disabilities & Older Adults (GEPC)    The GEPC invites organizations to join its statewide effort to promote inclusive, equitable, and accessible emergency preparedness for older adults and folks with disabilities. The coalition brings together partners to share resources, strategies, and best practices that enhance readiness for individuals with disabilities and older adults. The next virtual coalition meeting will be held on November 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m . via Microsoft Teams. Participation is free and open to all interested organizations. Register here.   Funding Proposals for Impact Investing Strategy Consultant :   The R.Howard Dobbs, Jr. Foundation  is now accepting proposals due October 31st for impact investing strategy consulting. They are looking for firms or individuals who have experience in advising private foundation on integrated grant making and investment strategies, leading educational workshops, and more. Learn more about eligibility criteria and submission instructions here .    Mental Health Service Professionals Demonstration Grant Program : This is an opportunity for State educational agencies and local educational agencies to apply for grants related to school-based mental health services providers. Applications are due October 29th , learn more here .      Reminder!   Resilient Georgia is partnering with Teresa Raetz , founder of Transcend Advisory Group, to provide grant writing support to coalitions at no cost. Support is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. If your coalition is interested, please contact Teresa directly at traetz@transcendadvisorygroup.com .   Nearly 10,000 students to benefit from $50M donation to Atlanta HBCUs | AP News   Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation:   T he Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation has established a 10-year scholarship investment for $50 million to support students at four of Atlanta’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This funding opportunity will provide gap scholarships to students in order to ease financial barriers and increase the number of students graduating. Read more here . Early Literacy Alignment Mini Grant: Georgia DECAL : The fourth round of the Early Literacy Alignment Mini-Grant is now open, offering up to $5,000 over six months to support early literacy through professional development for early childhood educators. This competitive grant, led by the  Georgia Foundation for Early Care + Learning and the Georgia Foundation for Public Education , aims to strengthen partnerships between public elementary schools and local childcare providers to align literacy practices and support smoother transitions for rising pre-K and kindergarten students. Applications are due   October 31, 2025 , with implementation running from November 2025 to May 2026. Eligible applicants include principals or assistant principals partnering with at least one Quality Rated child care provider. Check out the RFP   here !   Interns and Fellows Host PIN Interns or Fellows:   The Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (PIN) is inviting organizations to host PIN Summer Interns (PSI)  or PIN Year-Long Fellows (PYF)  for 2026. These programs connect mission-driven organizations with talented students and professionals to advance innovative projects in areas like data, technology, and community impact. Host sites for the PIN Summer Internship will welcome two full-time interns for 12 weeks (May 11 – July 31, 2026), while PIN Fellows complete two six-month rotations in partnership with public, private, and nonprofit entities. Both opportunities help organizations expand capacity, bring fresh perspectives, and contribute to innovation across Georgia. Apply here by November 1 to become a host site or fellowship employer.  Professional Development and Events 2026 System of Care Academy Call for Workshop Proposals : The Georgia Department of Behavioral health and Developmental Disabilities,  Office of Children, Young Adults, and Families with the Georgia Interagency Directors Team is searching for workshop proposals for the 19th annual Georgia system of Care Academy (SOCA) conference. The planning committee is seeking proposals that align with clinical excellence, system innovation, and professional development. The submission deadline is  October 31st , learn more and apply   here .  Workshop: From Numbers to Narrative: Framing Data for Understanding:   The Injury Prevention Research Center at Emory  is hosting a workshop, “From Numbers to Narrative: Framing Data for Understanding,” led by Dr. Lynn Davey, President of Davey Strategies and expert in communications and message framing. This event is virtual from  12-1:30 PM on October 29th .   Register   here .

Happy Monday, partners! Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week we included a variety of healthcare and suicide prevention resources, as well as professional development opportunities and youth resources! But first, here are some  updates from the RG Team: RG UPDATES Important Dates! August Peer-to-Peer Network:  Join us tomorrow Tuesday, August 5th from 2–3 PM for an informal, connection-focused conversation on   Trauma-Informed Training Across Sectors . It’s a great opportunity to build relationships, share ideas, and learn from each other’s experiences engaging different sectors around trauma-informed care.  Hope Givers LIVE! Opportunity and Info Session - Monday August 18th at 2pm:   Resilient Georgia is excited to once again partner with the Pittulloch Foundation, Connected Content, and the HOPE GIVERS to offer HOPE GIVERS LIVE! to rural Georgia schools at a 50% discounted rate for the 2025–2026 school year. This Emmy Award-winning event helps jumpstart mental health conversations, connect schools to trauma-informed resources, and strengthen local coalitions. Public schools outside the 20-county Metro Atlanta area are eligible , with estimated costs ranging from $2,625–$3,600. To learn more ,  join the  info session on August 18th   or contact Alex English at aenglish@resilientga.org  for an invite.  Resilient Middle Georgia  recently shared stats on the Hope Givers Live   program and the impact it has had in their region. In addition, check out the Hope Givers survey results  from over 2,000 6-12th graders after completing the HGL program. Please don’t miss out on this opportunity to bring this incredible program to your local schools at a fraction of the cost! First come, first serve! New Blog! Helping Kids Cope with Back-to-School Anxiety : Resilient Georgia's latest blog written by Jody Baumstein , LCSW and Health Promotion Manager for Strong4life at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta , offers practical tips for parents and caregivers to support children experiencing back-to-school anxiety. From creating routines to encouraging open conversations, this post provides simple, effective strategies to ease the transition and promote emotional well-being as the new school year begins.  Free Your Feels Back-to-School Toolkit: The Free Your Feels  Back-to-School Toolkit offers mental health resources tailored for students, caregivers, and educators navigating the emotional challenges of a new school year. Whether facing social pressures, shifting routines, or classroom dynamics, this toolkit provides tools and support to help everyone feel prepared, connected, and emotionally supported. Coalition Spotlight Resilient Gwinnett: Gwinnett Nonprofit Coalition   is hosting A Revenue Diversity Panel for Nonprofit Leaders  on   Wednesday August 20 at 9 AM- 11 AM in Lawrenceville, GA . The event will focus on how to help nonprofit and community leaders strengthen their financial strategies in the face of rising uncertainty around funding. The panel will feature a variety of panelists from nonprofits in Georgia. Admission is $20 per person and includes breakfast. Register here .  Resilient Middle Georgia recently released guidance on how to create a Trauma-Informed Onboarding Training Policy , as well as an example of what this can look like for organizations. This guidance offers a step-by-step framework for integrating trauma-informed principles into employee onboarding. It walks agencies through reviewing current practices, identifying gaps, developing a policy rooted in SAMHSA’s six key principles, and sustaining training through continuous improvement and leadership engagement. Designed for human service organizations, this resource helps create safer, more supportive workplaces for both staff and clients. Please use this as a model for your own regions to influence positive systems change! Healthcare Podcast: The Hidden Cost of Missed Care | Kid Pro Quo:  In this Kid Pro Quo podcast episode, The Hidden Cost of Missed Care, host Polly McKinney speaks with Dr. Hugo Scornik of Conyers Pediatrics about the serious impacts of children missing medical care due to lack of insurance. Through real stories, Dr. Scornik illustrates how delayed treatment and missed vaccinations affect not only individual children but entire families—emphasizing the vital importance of Medicaid and strong public health policy.  New Survey Reveals Top Health Concerns Among Georgia Parents | Emory University : A recent Emory Rollins School of Public Health   survey   reveals top health concerns among Georgia parents.  Researchers surveyed nearly 1,000 parents across the state who ranked education and school quality as their top concerns. Social media and bullying closely followed such concerns. When broken done by race, ethnicity, and geography Hispanic and Black non-Hispanic parents ranked gun violence as a top concern, and drug and alcohol use among top concerns for rural parents. Check out the full survey results  and share with your networks! Professional Development and Training Addiction Prevention Conference: Save the date for Prescription for Prevention: Opioid Misuse in Rural Georgia. Mercer University is hosting a free conference on September 18 from 9 AM – 4:30 PM in Macon . The conference will cover recent DEA statistics, impact of addiction on medicine, opioid alternatives, and understanding prescription drug monitoring.  Register here . ACEs Literacy Training: The Essentials for Childhood Preventing ACEs Through Data to Action (Essentials PACE) team with Emory’s IPRCE   is hosting a free two-day  ACEs Data Literacy Training this August at the Loganville Health Department. This interactive and beginner-friendly training is designed for anyone working in child and family wellbeing who wants to feel more confident using data in their work. No prior data training is required. Sessions will be held Tuesday, August 6 - 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM AND Monday, August 19 - 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM . Register here . Suicide Prevention Listen to recent coverage by NPR on the What the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline offers and how it's used.  The 12 minute podcast hosts Jonathaon Purtle, a lead researcher of a recent study by NYU and Johns Hopkins University on the usage of the line. The story follows what 988 offers in addition to 911. Listen here . DMHSAS Launches New “Promise to Call” Suicide Prevention Campaign: The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services has unveiled a new program to prevent suicide called  “Promise to Call.”  This effort asks individuals to make a promise to oneself to reach out to someone they know if they ever have thoughts of suicide. Write this promise down and share with others this promise and awareness of suicide prevention resources. Read more about the statewide initiative here . The Suicide Risk Assessment Toolkit, developed by the Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC)  and updated in 2025, offers resources to support clinical social workers and behavioral health clinicians in conducting effective suicide risk assessments. It includes a Resource Guide for self-study, client-centered Practice Scripts, and guidance on ethical and legal considerations. Designed to enhance competency in screening, assessment, and intervention, the toolkit emphasizes personalized, compassionate care in clinical settings. Please share as you see fit! Youth Center for Child Counseling unveils new youth mental health mobile in West Palm Beach A Florida counseling center has established a new mobile unit in Palm Beach County aimed to deliver essential mental health services to youth. The mobile unit is a prepared to provide trauma-informed care, prevention tools, and critical mental health services. This “moving healing space” addresses early intervention needs—offering group sessions, play therapy, and emotional support without requiring a formal diagnosis or relying on families to travel. The decision to deploy this unit was driven by real-time community data showing prevalent issues like anxiety, family conflict, and behavioral concerns among youth. Surgo Youth Mental Health Tracker: A New Data Tool  This free, interactive data platform was created to publish actionable mental health and wellbeing data for youth. It collects real-time data from over 10,000 U.S. youth to highlight both risk factors and strengths impacting their mental health. The tool features maps, trends, and insights that can support schools, coalitions, and policymakers in designing targeted, youth-centered solutions. Please explore and share! The Solutions Journalism Network   supports various initiatives and newsrooms to further news coverage on youth mental health topics. Student newsrooms at colleges and universities across the nation collaborate to report on student mental health, centering the lived experiences of the youth and supporting evidence-based responses that support youth well-being.  Check it out!

Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. As we settle into the fall season—a time for reflection, renewal, and growth—this week’s edition highlights early childhood and parent resources, funding and nonprofit opportunities, professional development and trainings, and youth-focused resources. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG UPDATES Save the Date for Our Next General Meeting Regional Showcase: Building Resilient Futures – Youth Mental Health in Action : Join us on Thursday, November 13, from 11AM – 12:30PM on Zoom for our next Regional Showcase centered on supporting Youth Mental Health. We will spotlight six Resilient Georgia Regional Coalitions and their innovative youth mental health initiatives. Discover how local partnerships and creative strategies are strengthening well-being and resilience in Georgia’s communities. To request an invite, please email Alex English at aenglish@resilientga.org . October Peer-to-Peer Meeting Recap: Exploring Federal Grant Opportunities:  Thank you to everyone who joined our October Peer Network meeting! Teresa Raetz , Founder of Transcend Advisory Group, covered key readiness steps, strategic considerations, and common pitfalls for organizations seeking federal funding. For those who missed it, you can access the slides , follow-up guide , grant decision matrix , and Grant Writing Under Trump 2.0 . To connect with Teresa or learn more about her services, reach out at traetz@transcendadvisorygroup.com . WSB-TV Special on the Opioid Crisis featuring Cammie Wolf Rice : WSB-TV aired a segment highlighting how the opioid and fentanyl epidemic has impacted families across the state. The program featured personal stories from families and individuals in recovery, showcased local responses and resources, and aimed to break through the stigma surrounding addiction. The segment also spotlighted our close partner Cammie Wolf Rice , sharing her powerful personal story that inspired the founding of the CWC Alliance  and her ongoing advocacy to prevent overdose deaths and support families affected by addiction. Please check it out and share with your networks! Upcoming October Dates:  October Coalition Connections October 28th at 2pm:  Rounds 2, 4, and 5 October 30th at 1pm: Rounds 1 and 3 Coalition Highlights Cobb Collaborative:  Cobb Collaborative has recently expanded its coalition reach to include Cherokee and Douglas counties! Their partners at the City of Canton, Kennesaw State, and Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce are hosting a free educational workshop series on nonprofit education   Thursday October 23rd from 8:30AM-12PM  at Canton City Hall Auditorium .  This series is for nonprofit executives to learn to build capacity and revenue for your nonprofit. Register and learn more here .   ARCHI:   On November 14 from 8:30-12:30 PM , ARCHI is hosting  “The State of Metro Atlanta Health”,  a conference for leaders focused on the future of health in the Atlanta region. Hear from speakers, collaborate with leaders, and converse on health data, strategies that address root causes of inequity, and more. Register here , this event is free.  Early Childhood Early Childhood Changemakers - EC2 - GEEARS:   Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students (GEEARS)  is building a network of trusted community leaders, parents, caregivers, educators, and local champions across the state who want to help shape early childhood policies and systems in Georgia. Eligible candidates must be 18+, must live and/or work within: Augusta/Richmond County, Columbus/Muscogee County, Statesboro/Bulloch and Bryan Counties, have a passion for early childhood and be to commit 5-10 hours a month.  Complete the interest form to becoming a Changemaker here. Funding RWJF Grant Opportunity: Health Equity Scholars for Action:   The   Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s Health Equity Scholars for Action (HES4A) aims to support early-career researchers who are systemically underrepresented in health sciences and related fields. Grants are awarded for applicants that demonstrate challenges and/or barriers to full inclusion in their research disciplines because of their personal characteristics and/or experiences. The deadline for letters of intent is November 6. Learn more about this opportunity here . Nonprofit Resources What nonprofits must know about the President’s Sept. 25 memorandum | Georgia Center for Nonprofits (GCN):   A timely resource from the Georgia Center for Nonprofits  navigating the President’s National Security Presidential Memorandum 7. This memorandum impacts tax-exempt organizations, particularly those engaged in advocacy and organizing. Learn more on the full memorandum here and practical steps nonprofits may take here . Additionally, GCN is offering a Nonprofit Strategic Options Workshop  for nonprofits that want to evaluate risk, opportunities, and options to make key decisions and advance their organization. The virtual workshop is October 22 from 9-10:30 AM . Learn more and register here .  Parents and Caregivers  When Dad’s Tired: Finding Balance, Battling Burnout, and Being Present – Quality Care for Children’ s article “When Dad’s Tired” discusses how parenting burnout often develops gradually, highlights warning signs like emotional exhaustion, irritability, and fatigue, and encourages fathers to practice “micro self-care,” establish intentional routines or rituals, share responsibilities with co-parents, and build a “burnout first-aid” plan. Their webinar, “Burnout, Balance & Being Dad: How to Thrive,”  offers practical insights for dads on recognizing burnout, finding balance, and staying present. OurFamilyWizard  helps co-parenting families thrive. With comprehensive tools—like secure messaging, shared calendars, expense tracking, and more—co-parents can handle all their co-parenting tasks in one app.   Dr. Karli Okeson's has a series of lectures with OurFamilyWizard including videos on Managing Secondary Trauma  and Reclaiming your Experience: Recognizing Micro and Macro exposures to Trauma , focused on recognizing trauma and caring for oneself and others.   Professional Development and Events CBT for Anxiety in Adult Primary Care Course Registration : The REACH Institute is offering a new one-day training, CBT for Anxiety in Adult Primary Care ,  on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET . This interactive course will equip providers to screen, assess, and apply evidence-based CBT techniques for anxiety in primary care, while also recognizing when patients may need specialty care. The training provides practical skills to enhance patient support, and CME details are available in the attached flyer.    GSU Child Welfare Training Collaborative: Knowledge to Action Conversation on GA THRIVe, Infant Toddler Court Program :   The upcoming Knowledge to Action Conversation will discuss GA THRIVe’s Infant Toddler Court Program on October 23 from 10-11:30 AM . It will cover the impact of early experiences on infant and early childhood mental health and positive outcomes for families when support starts early. Learn more and register here .   Wellspring Living's ACTIVATE Conference 2025:   Wellspring Living   is hosting A Conference for Awareness, Collaboration, Transformation, Innovation, Voice, Anti-Trafficking Engagement (ACTIVATE) on November 6-7th   at Peachtree Presbyterian Church in Atlanta. This conference is designed to educate, equip, and empower advocates, professionals, and community members in the collective effort to combat human trafficking.   Learn more here,   register   here ,  and navigate the   CEU guide.   Youth North Carolina Youth Help State Leaders Redesign Youth Mental Health Services in North Carolina:   In August 2025, 38 youth from across NC participated in Youth Design Day, an event that ensured young people play a central role in shaping the Changing Minds: NC Youth Mental Health Action Plan.  Participants shared personal experiences and identified key priorities for improving youth mental health, including addressing academic and social pressures, reducing stigma, expanding access to services—especially in schools—and strengthening support from trusted adults and peers. We would love to hear how you are exploring incorporating youth voices into your efforts in Georgia!

Happy Monday, partners! Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week we have compiled a variety of resources for youth and parents, suicide prevention resources for rural communities, and funding and professional development opportunities. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG UPDATES Regional Coalition Events Reminder:  Thanks to everyone who has continued submitting coalition events! This calendar is housed on the RG website and is a great way to showcase upcoming trainings, summits, and partner activities across the state. As a reminder, please submit your coalition events here.  We appreciate your support in keeping this webpage up-to-date!  October Peer-to-Peer Network Call:  Join us tomorrow October 7th at 2pm  for this month’s Peer-to-Peer Network call as we explore  “Federal Grant Opportunities: What to Know Before You Dive In. ” Guest speaker Teresa Raetz, founder of Transcend Advisory Group,  will share insights from her 20+ years of nonprofit and higher education leadership. Teresa partners with organizations to become both grant ready and growth ready, helping them diversify funding, strengthen operations, and align strategies with best practices. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what it takes to pursue federal grants successfully. October Lunch and Learn: Mindworks Georgia: HB 268 Policy Brief : Join us this  Thursday October 9th at noon  with Courtnee King , Research Associate at the Georgia Health Policy Center. Courtnee will provide an overview of Mindworks Georgia and House Bill 268 , Georgia’s legislation focused on school safety, school climate, and student wellbeing. This session will offer a clear breakdown of the bill’s key components and how the state is addressing student mental health and school safety following the tragic incident at Apalachee High School last year. As a reminder, we ask that at least one member of your regional coalition leadership attend—and please feel free to invite additional partners. More are always welcome! To request a Zoom link, please reach out to Alex English at aenglish@resilientga.org . Coalition Spotlight Resilient WEST Highlight: Statewide Parent Education and Support Group Meeting :  This  Tuesday, October 7 at 2 PM is the Statewide Parent Education and Support Group meeting, featuring Judge Michael Key from the Resilient WEST coalition . Judge Key will share insights on “The Impact of Childhood and Adult Trauma on the Workforce,” drawing on his expertise and experience to highlight the importance of resilience and trauma-informed practices. Register here! Resilient Gwinnett:  Gwinnett Nonprofit Coalition is hosting a monthly virtual briefing series happening this Friday October 10 from 9-10 AM . Advocacy in Action is designed for nonprofit leaders and staff and will deliver timely updates on the public policies, funding shifts, and sector-wide challenges. Register for the free, virtual event here .   Funding Innovative and Upstream Approaches for Injury and Violence Prevention Seed Grants:   A new opportunity from Safe States Alliance for innovate injury and violence prevention approaches. There are up to four seed grant awards for $20,000 available for state, local, and territorial health, tribes and tribal organizations, hospitals/health care organizations, academic institutions, city and municipal governments, community-based organizations, businesses, and not-for-profit organizations. Apply by October 15 with details on your innovative injury and violence prevention approach. More information here .   Grant Opportunity: Expanding School-Based Mental Health Services: The U.S. Department of Education is now accepting applications for the 2025 Mental Health Services Professional Demonstration Grant Program, with up to $90 million available to support school-based mental health services. Grants will provide $750,000–$1.25 million (average $1 million) to state and local education agencies to address shortages of credentialed school psychologists in high-need districts. The Department anticipates funding 18–24 projects for up to 48 months. Applications are due October 29, 2025. Apply here! Professional Development and Events CompassionCon – An Initiative of Compassionate Atlanta:  CompassionCon is an annual festival in Decatur allowing communities to connect with each other and explore how compassion shows up in real life. The festival is October 26 from 1-5 PM , learn more here .   Youth Protection Seminar | Atlanta Area Council:   The Youth Protection Seminar is happening October 9 from 8 AM –4 PM . The Seminar features breakout sessions led by Atlanta experts on building stronger and safer communities for Metro-Atlanta children. Tickets are $35 and includes lunch,   register here.  Real Help-Real Hope: Opioid Prevention Training  From the Opioid Treatment Providers of Georgia is an event addressing opioid misuse in youth in Georgia and development training. The event is on November 9 from 8 AM to 3:30 PM  at the Emory Conference Center in Atlanta. Tickets are $129, purchase here .   Suicide Prevention Rural Suicide Awareness And Prevention — Rural Minds:  This is a comprehensive resource from Rural minds educating on rural suicide awareness and prevention. Navigate the website here  to download suicide prevention educational resource guides, read through statistics and research on suicide, and suicide prevention resources.  Podcast: Mental health experts on suicide awareness and prevention among Georgia’s youth:   From the Closer Look with Rose Scott podcast comes a new episode on suicide awareness and prevention among Georgia’s youth. Listen to the podcast here   Youth Resource: TMI Georgia App: :  The TMI-Georgia app and website are a safe, private space to get real answers about your health, relationships, and future – a sexual education app for teens. The website and app is a resource for finding clinics that are youth-friendly, explore testing and counseling for teen pregnancy, birth control, HIV, and STDs with reliable, confidential answers. Learn more here .  Rezilent Kidz Parenting Classes:   Join this hybrid parenting class to learn how to raise strong, resilient kids on October 9 from 6:30-8 PM . This is a 13 week program from October to January with online classes and in-person in Stone Mountain. This is free, register here .

Happy Monday, partners! Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week we have compiled a variety of resources for educational partners and children and families experiencing grief and loss, as well as a variety of professional development and funding opportunities. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG UPDATES New Research Highlight: Associations between ACEs and obesity among young US adults We’re proud to share that our very own  Executive Director, Emily Anne Vall, PhD, co-authored a new study, along with Kiran Thapa PhD, Ye Shen PhD, and José F. Cordero MD, MPH, exploring the  link between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and obesity among young U.S. adults . The research shows that both individual ACEs and cumulative exposure to multiple ACEs are significantly associated with higher risks of obesity, even after accounting for childhood obesity. These findings reinforce the importance of trauma-informed approaches to public health and prevention efforts. Please share with your networks! NEW Power of Healing Blog! Stitching Together Hope After Loss by Darice Oppong : In this month’s Power of Healing blog,  Darice Oppong  shares the story of her son Judah David’s brief life and her journey of healing through lament, community, and creativity. Her reflections remind us that even in deep grief, hope can take root—and that none of us have to walk through loss alone. Darice previously led Resilient Middle Georgia coalition efforts and currently serves as Operations Manager for Community Evaluation Solutions  with Dr. Ann Price. We are so grateful for Darice’s willingness to share her story with our network. Upcoming Dates! October Peer-to-Peer Network Call: Join us next Tuesday, October 7th from 2–3 PM  f or an informal, connection-focused conversation on Vision & Leadership—exploring where coalitions are headed, who is guiding them, and how collaboration shapes the path forward. We’ll share experiences in bringing the right people to the table, highlight best practices (including the importance of steering and advisory committees), and consider the traits and strengths that help leaders carry coalition visions into the future. Hope to see you there! Trauma-Informed Systems Workshop for Coalition Leads: These virtual workshops hosted by the Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health and Wellbeing will cover building systems that recognize the impact of trauma, identify its signs, and integrate practices that prevent re-traumatization. Sept 30 | 1:00–2:30 PM Oct 7 | 9:00–10:30 AM Please ensure at least one member from your coalition is able to attend both the update calls and one of the Systems workshops! Coalition Highlights Cobb Collaborative:  In this podcast ,    Inside the District with D2 Commissioner Erick Allen ,  commissioner Erick Allen speaks with Cobb Collaborative's Irene Barton and Marietta Councilman M. Carlyle Kent about their involvement with "The Basics - Cobb County" and how that program has come to life on a mural in Marietta.  Check it out! South Georgia Wellbeing Alliance:   Greater Valdosta United Way, lead partner with the South Georgia coalition, has helped residents of Valdosta coping after Hurricane Helene   including rent assistance and boosting mental health first aid. This article dives into the work the organization is doing to help the community, read the full work here .  As highlighted in Duke Today’s “Healing After Disaster,” the mental health effects of natural disasters can linger long after the immediate crisis, with survivors facing higher risks of depression, PTSD, and long-term stress. The article underscores the importance of psychological first aid, community-based support, and resilience-building strategies—work that aligns closely with the United Way’s ongoing efforts to strengthen recovery in South Georgia. Thank you, GVUW, for all of your efforts!  Education New Funding Available for Georgia Schools to Bring Hope Givers Live to your students!:   The Georgia General Assembly has allocated $20,000 for every middle school and high school in Georgia  for student mental and behavioral health services. Those funds can  be used for Tier 1 services, which includes Hope Givers Live!  Learn more here .  Teen Content Advisors — HOPE GIVERS :  Additionally, HOPE GIVERS just released their newest cohort of teen content advisors. Check out their bios here ! Funding The Office of Juvenile Justice has various funding opportunities available!   OJJDP FY25 Regional Children's Advocacy Centers Program | Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention:  This funding  closes October 14 and offers 4 awards for $1,125,000 for 12 months. Grantees are for local public and private nonprofit children’s advocacy center agencies and organizations. Learn more and register here .  OJJDP FY25 Mentoring for Youth Affected by Opioid and Other Substance Use:   This funding closes October 23 and offers 13 awards for 36 months – 8 awards at $650,000 for local project sites and 5 awards for $1,980,000 for statewide and regional projects. Grantees are enhancing and expanding mentoring services for children and youth affected by opioids and other substance abuse. Learn more and register here .  OJJDP FY25 Multistate Mentoring Programs:  This funding  closes October 21  and offers a total of $25, 180,000 for various states in 3 category types for 36 months. Grantees are for mentoring organizations to enhance and expand mentoring services for children and youth who are at risk or high risk for delinquency, victimization, and juvenile justice system involvement. Learn more and register here   The Community Heart & Soul Seed Grant Program:  The Community Heart & Soul Seed Grant Program provides $10,000 for resident-driven groups in small cities and towns to start the Community Heart & Soul model. Learn more about the model and how to apply here .   Grief and Loss Helping Children Through the Grieving Process Kate’s Club , a Georgia-based organization supporting grieving children and families, was recently featured on the Closer Look with Rose Scott podcast titled Helping Children through the Grieving Process . The episode explores the critical role of journalism in elevating conversations about childhood bereavement and highlights how Kate’s Club serves as a vital resource for navigating grief. In addition, Kate’s Club is offering Child Bereavement 101 , a virtual webinar on October 17 at 12 PM . This session will cover developmental reactions to grief, ways to support grieving children and teens, and the influence of family and culture on the grieving process. Register here! Camp Cocoon for Grieving Children | PruittCares Foundation:   Camp Cocoon is a camp for children and their families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Campers will be together and meet others who have gone through similar loss situations and give campers the tools to deal with changes. Camp locations are in Blue Ridge, GA, Calhoun-Rome, GA, Macon, GA, Nash County, N.C., Tallulah Falls, GA, Valdosta, GA, and Wilkesboro, N.C. Learn more information   here .  Professional Development and Training 2025 Georgia Positive Behavior Support Conference :   Join Georgia State University for the Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Annual Conference  on November 14 at Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. This conference aims to share research, information, Tickets are $160 per person, register here .   Communicating the Relationship Between Place, Racism, and Early Childhood Development:   On October 8 at 2 PM , FrameWorks and Harvard University are hosting a virtual webinar focused on helping people understand the connection between children’s development and the social, environmental, and policy contexts around them ultimately influenced by structural racism. Register here .

Happy Monday, partners! Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week we have compiled a variety of resources for healthcare providers, juvenile justice professionals, and nonprofit leaders, as well as a variety of professional development opportunities and events to support wellbeing. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and updates from the RG Team: RG UPDATES September Lunch and Learn Recording Available Now!  Thank you to those of you who joined our September Lunch and Learn on GUIDE’s Community United in Prevention program , which engages LGBTQIA+ young adults (18–25) to address health disparities related to heavy and binge drinking. The program fosters a safer culture around alcohol use through monthly virtual meetings and community action plans. Thank you to Andrew Williamson for sharing with our network! September Highlights: Free Your Feels Suicide Prevention Resource Toolkit! September is National Suicide Prevention Month  — a time for communities to come together, break stigma, and share resources. Check out the Free Your Feels toolkit for resources on suicide prevention and awareness.  September 15th  also kicks off the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month,  a time to celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. The celebration runs through October 15th and honors the independence anniversaries of several Latin American countries as well as the vibrant traditions that continue to shape our communities today. Check out RG’s  list of mental health resources for Hispanic/Latinx communities. Upcoming Dates! September Round Calls: This month’s Round Calls are scheduled this week as follows: Round 2: Tuesday, September 23rd 11am Round 3: Thursday, September 25th 1pm 2pm  Round 5: Monday, September 22nd 2pm  Please Note: Rounds 1 and 4 will not have an Update Call this week since we convened in person for our Strategic Planning Days earlier this month. Trauma-Informed Systems Workshop for Coalition Leads: These virtual workshops hosted by the Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health and Wellbeing will cover building systems that recognize the impact of trauma, identify its signs, and integrate practices that prevent re-traumatization. Sept 30 | 1:00–2:30 PM Oct 7 | 9:00–10:30 AM Please ensure at least one member from your coalition is able to attend both the update calls and one of the Systems workshops! Coalition Highlights Resilient Gwinnett:   GUIDE, Inc,  partner with Resilient Gwinnett, is hosting a variety of   Prevention Trainings! These trainings will be held virtually from 10 AM-4 PM EST on October 21, October 23, October 29, November 12, and November 19.   Training topics are fundamentals of prevention, cultural competency for the prevention professional, ethics in the prevention field, and communication skills for the prevention professional. Register here  for your preferred training.  South Georgia Coalition Rebrand! South Georgia Wellbeing Alliance:   Resilient and United Communities of South Georgia  have renamed to South Georgia Wellbeing Alliance. Check out their new logo! Their coalition is also hosting the Fall 2025 Day of Caring on October 24 from 7:45 AM – 1 PM at Unity Park.  This event supports partner nonprofits and the community by gathering volunteers to complete service projects. Register here .  Behavioral Healthcare The Center for Interrelational Science and Pediatrics   offers new courses supporting infant and child behavioral healthcare with interactive discussions and case reviews. Topics include:  “Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health: Assessing Trauma and Initiating Treatment Early in Development.”   This training on September 23rd from 12-1pm will follow the ECHO model and covers trauma-informed care for infants and young children experiencing adversity. Register   here  for free.  “Practical Interventions to Support Mental and Behavioral Health in the Pediatric Primary Care Office.”   This training on September 30th from 12-1pm covers mental health in school-age children and emerging young adults and strategies for integrating practical interventions within a primary care setting. Register here  for free.  CBT for Anxiety in Adult Primary Care Course :   The REACH Institute is offering a new one-day training, CBT for Anxiety in Adult Primary Care ,  on Friday, November 7th from 9AM – 5PM ET.  This interactive course will equip providers to screen, assess, and apply evidence-based CBT techniques for anxiety in primary care, while also recognizing when patients may need specialty care. Register here! Changing Lanes Intervention Human Services   Virtual care from anywhere! Changing Lanes Intervention Human Services is now accepting new clients. The mental and behavioral health provider, based in Fayetteville, GA, assists individuals and children statewide for mental health, substance abuse, autism and intellectual disabilities. Services are also now available in Spanish, and can be offered virtually, or in-home. More information and a free consultation can be scheduled via their website. Please share with the people you serve! Juvenile Justice TRAUMA-INFORMED COURTROOM PRACTICES: A BENCH CARD FOR JUDGES:   This guide created by National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges  details trauma-informed courtroom practices. The guide includes highlights on understanding trauma, responding to trauma in the courtroom, and more. Read through the guide here . Please share widely with your partners in Juvenile Justice!  Nonprofit Resources Executive Leadership In Turbulent Times:  This podcast episode of Grand Challenges  explores seven key elements of leadership in turbulent times—from situational awareness to strategic agility—that help leaders create resilience, stability, and clarity during uncertainty. Listen here .  Publications and Releases - Georgia Health Initiative:  Our partners at Georgia Health Initiative  have put together valuable and informational resources and reports on supporting the health of all Georgians. Resources include insights on Medicaid in Georgia, system focused efforts to improve maternal health in Georgia, communicating about health equity. Explore the various resources here .   Professional Development and Events The Back-to-School Fall Learning Series:  The School-Based Health Alliance  is holding a free, virtual learning series to explore how schools, families, and school-based health centers can work together to support happy and healthy kids. This 16-part series will take place September 30, October 2, October 7, October 9, October 14, October 28, and October 30 from 12 PM-1:15 PM ET and 2-3:15 PM ET.  Explore training topics and register here !    NeuroArts: How the Arts Transform Body, Brain & Spirit:  Join the Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta on October 13 from 5-7 PM  for cocktails and discussion on how arts can transform the body, brain, and spirit. The event is free, register here .  Unapologetic Wellness: Black Women Embracing Resistance & Resilience:  This conference hosted by Counseling Black Women will be   November 7 from 8:30AM-4:30PM at the Academy of Medicine in Atlanta. This event is for all mental health professionals who serve Black women and attendees will learn Resistance and Resilience strategies to support Black women’s mental wellness. Register here .   John R. Lutzker Lecture with Dr. Eric J. Bruns:   Georgia State School of Public Health  is hosting Dr. Eric J Burns for their 2025 John R. Lutzker Lecture. The event is October 28, 2025 at 2 PM  in-person at GSU or virtually. Register here .

Happy Monday, partners! Welcome to your weekly Monday Memo. This week we have compiled a variety of resources including early childhood, suicide prevention, funding and professional development opportunities, and substance use prevention. Before we dive in, here are some reminders and highlights from the RG Team: RG UPDATES Congratulations to Dr. Andrea Meyer Stinson! We are thrilled to share that our very own Dr. Andrea Meyer Stinson has been appointed by Governor Kemp to serve on the Georgia Composite Medical Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists! This is an incredible recognition of her expertise and leadership in the field. We are so proud to work alongside Andrea and can’t wait to see the impact she will make in this role.  New RG Resources! Sector-Specific Resource Guides : RG has created ten trauma-informed guides for various sectors! Check them out and please share widely with your networks.  Resilient Georgia Overview Flyer: We have also updated our RG coalition overview flyer. This can be used to share information about our work with your partners and stakeholders at meetings and events. Please download, print, and share widely!  New Brief! Understanding the Opioid Epidemic in Georgia:   Developed in partnership with the CWC Alliance through our youth opioid prevention project, this new resource mhighlights the sharp rise in opioid overdoses and the urgent need for awareness and prevention among Georgia’s youth and communities. Check it out and share widely! September Highlights: Free Your Feels Suicide Prevention Resource Toolkit! September is National Suicide Prevention Month  — a time for communities to come together, break stigma, and share resources. Check out the Free Your Feels toolkit for resources on suicide prevention and awareness.  September 15th  also kicks off the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month,  a time to celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. The celebration runs through October 15th and honors the independence anniversaries of several Latin American countries as well as the vibrant traditions that continue to shape our communities today. Check out RG’s  list of mental health resources for Hispanic/Latinx communities. Coalition Highlights Resilient Gwinnett:   Join Resilient Gwinnett for the second part of a training series for nonprofit leaders Funding Forward Part 2: Actionable Insights from Nonprofit Leaders .  On Tuesday, September 23, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM a panel will share how they’re diversifying revenue, sustaining growth, and innovating on the ground. Representing housing, youth and family services, multicultural outreach, and the arts, these leaders bring a breadth of experience that reflects the realities nonprofits face across sectors. The cost is $20/person and breakfast is included. Please register here .  Cobb Collaborative's  Lesleigh and Irene, talk with the leadership of Circles Cobb in the latest podcast. You can find the recording here . This was an opportunity for us to talk candidly with two Circles Leaders about their mental health and resiliency journeys. Lesleigh has been guiding the cohort in their "Big View" project which is focused on raising awareness of mental health resources in the low-income community and the prevalence of mental health conditions and has led CRM sessions for the group as well. Stay in the know with happenings in Cobb and check out their upcoming events and trainings here! Resilient Coastal Georgia:  The Mediation Center has created a helpful guide titled, Helping Children Feel Safe,  for parents and caregivers to navigate difficult conversations about current news and events happening across the world. Check out and share the resource here .   Early Childhood Groundbreaking research shows the health and economic benefits of positive childhood experiences | Tufts Hope:   The HOPE National Resource Center, in collaboration with other agencies and university, recently published new findings - “Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) and Adult Health and Opportunity Outcomes in 4 US States.” The research found that experiencing any number of PCEs is associated with lower risk of various chronic diseases like diabetes and asthma, lower risk of depression or poor general mental health, and better likelihood of life opportunities and economic savings. Read through the full findings here .   CRM + ART:  The   Center for Interrelational Science and Pediatrics offers a course pairing Community Resiliency model (CRM) with therapeutic art methods to help young learners visualize how their environment and their emotions influence their nervous system. This course is ideal for ages 3-8 years and includes 9 lessons for $150. Access the course here .  ALL Aboard: Exploring Adaptive Early Childhood Environments:   Presented by GEEARS: The Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students  is an annual tour on the importance of adaptive spaces and strategies to support young children with disabilities and their families across a variety of settings. Participants will visit exemplary environments, hear from impactful voices in the field, and build cross-sector connections to strengthen early childhood systems across Georgia. The tour starts September 17th at 7:15 AM through September 18th at 5:00 PM.  The bus will depart from Atlanta early on September 17, stay overnight in Augusta and on September 18, continue to Athens, Watkinsville, and Norcross before returning to the GEEARS office that evening. Tickets are $50, register here !  Funding FY26 Student Mental/Behavioral Health Grant : Georgia’s FY26 state budget established $19.6 million for student mental health services and supports. At its August meeting, the State Board of Education approved state mental health grant funds for school districts based on a state-defined formula of $20,000 to each middle school and high school. This document provides relevant information about the allowable use of funds and reporting requirements for Georgia’s school districts utilizing the state mental health grant funds.   JEDI EMDR for AAAI Communities Webinar — Lotus Project:   Join the Lotus Project for a virtual webinar on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and its implementation with Asian American and Asian Immigrant children and families Thursday, September 18, 2025 between 12 - 1:30PM PT . As a result of attending this webinar, participants will be able to 1) Describe at the basic modalities of EMDR 2) Explain why EMDR could be suitable to alleviate negative impacts of distress and trauma among AAAI individuals 3) Summarize at least two culturally responsive adaptations of EMDR for AAAI clients. Register here .   Culturally Sensitive Trauma-Informed Approach on Suicidal Ideation for Asian Youth :   The Public Health Institute and Korean Community Center of the East Bay  are offering a virtual training on September 24th from 4:00pm-5:30pm (PT) , register here .   Professional Development and Training Understanding Loss and Grief in the Adoptive Kinship Network (AKN): GSU Training Collaborative   Join Georgia State University for a training - “Understanding Loss and Grief in the Adoptive Kinship Network (AKN).” This workshop equips therapists and counselors with insights into how grief impacts every member of the Adoptive Kinship Network (AKN), from adoptive parents and children to birth families and extended circles. The event is Thursday September 18th from 12 PM-1:30 PM  virtually, register here .  Free in Georgia | Triple P - Positive Parenting Program | Triple P :  Positive Childhood Alliance Georgia is excited to launch the new bilingual Triple P Positive Parenting in Georgia website (English & Spanish)—a one-stop hub for free parenting workshops, self-paced online courses, local provider connections, and easy-to-read articles. This powerful tool supports caregivers of children of all ages with flexible, research-based resources to help families thrive.  QPR trainings:   Resilient Gwinnett   partners at GUIDE, Inc  are offering virtual QPR Suicide Trainings once a month, starting September 17 from 1-3 PM . The trainings are identical and teach individuals the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide and is taught in a clear, concise format using the latest in educational technology and practices. Register here .   Staff Well-Being Learning Network   Alliance for a Healthier Generation  is launching a two-year Staff Well-Being Learning Network  on November 5, 2025, bringing together district leaders to strengthen workplace culture and support initiatives that prioritize staff well-being. Apply here by today Sept 15th!  Please share with your educational partners before the deadline!  Substance Abuse GUIDE, INC Talk It Out Town Hall:  The Talk It Out Town Hall  is an opportunity for parents to learn how to use the discussion cards provided to talk with their children about substance use, mental health and related issues. Please join us as we lead you through ways to approach these crucial conversations. Everyone who registers for this event will have access to the recording regardless of whether they are able to attend. Tuesday, September 16 in English; Tuesday, September 23 in Spanish . Register here .