You Matter We Care summit webinars to start June 12
The 5th Annual You Matter We Care summit will be held via Zoom, with the first session to start at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 12.
This web series will bring a panel of boys and men of color together with experts to explore and process life.
The series host will be Dr. Brittany Hazzard, LMSW, owner of LifeChamps LLC and chair of Impact Delaware Inc. Co-host will be Dr. Julius Mullen, LPCMH, and co-CEO of Impact Delaware Inc.
Hazzard began the You Matter We Care movement and held the first conference five years ago. The goal was and still is to highlight and build on the strengths of Black and brown people. Her mission is to support people in reaching their fullest potential. She believes that in order for that to happen, one has to have efficient, consistent and genuine support.
The You Matter We Care conference focuses on males of color because so much attention is paid to their struggles, and organizers want to shine light on their strengths. Intentional empowerment and strength-based approaches, along with support and resources, counter the negativity that often drains and oppresses Black boys. They need to know that they can thrive and reach their fullest potential.
Hazzard has mentored and coached Black males for over 10 years. She created the conference to expand the reach of these resources, and include others who love and support black males as well.
Topics will include family, church, community, education, mental health, law enforcement, athletics and entrepreneurship. The goal is to educate, encourage and empower participants while providing a healing and safe space that will cultivate growth.
June 12 panelists include: Cliffvon Howell of Cliffvon Howell Consulting; and André Allen, Chesapeake Public Schools District social worker, and Man Up alumnus and current mentor.
This event is open to males of color and those who support them including teachers, family, community members, mental and behavioral health professionals, and church leaders and members.
To register, go to eventbrite.com and search You Matter We Care.
Upcoming webinars will be from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, June 26; and 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturdays, July 10 and 24.
Organizers extend thanks to conference sponsors LifeChamps LLC and Impact Delaware Inc.
