Wisconsin Mental
Health Forums

Join us for a virtual six-part forum series!

This series will identify the inequalities that diverse and marginalized groups face in the Behavioral Health System and share concepts of how to improve their experiences when seeking treatment.

We will focus on the following underserved populations: African American, Native American, Hispanic/Latinx and Hmong Ethnicity, people with whom English is not a primary language, including the deaf and hard of hearing populations, and the LGBTQ+ community.

These are all groups of people who are marginalized and who experience a disproportionate risk for behavioral health challenges. Access to needed services is constrained by marginalizing policies and practices.

This series will identify the inequalities that diverse and marginalized groups face in the Behavioral Health System and share concepts of how to improve their experiences when seeking treatment.

We will focus on the following underserved populations: African American, Native American, Hispanic/Latinx and Hmong Ethnicity, people with whom English is not a primary language, including the deaf and hard of hearing populations, and the LGBTQ+ community.

These are all groups of people who are marginalized and who experience a disproportionate risk for behavioral health challenges. Access to needed services is constrained by marginalizing policies and practices.

Schedule/Topics:

  • New Date! Equity and Racial Justice in Mental Health Service Provision
    October 5, 2023 @ 10:00am CDT
  • Intersection of Race, Trauma, and Mental Health
    October 10, 2023 @ 11:00am CDT
  • Assuring Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services
    November 6, 2023 @ 10:00am CST
  • Words and Actions Matter: Creating Welcoming and Affirming Environments for LGBTQ+ Individuals
    January 24, 2024 @ 11:00am CST
  • The Ethics of Advancing Mental Health Equity
    February 7, 2024 @ 10:00am CST
  • BONUS Session Added! Nurturing Success: The Crucial Role of Personal and Professional Self-Care
    February 22, 2024 @ 10:00am CST
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Wisconsin Mental Health Forums Toolkit

Based on the information shared by presenters in the Mental Health Forum series, this resource guide is designed to equip service providers with knowledge and tools to deliver effective and equitable mental healthcare to diverse and marginalized communities.

  • Addressing Disparities: Guidance on cultural considerations and treatment preferences for improved care outcomes.
  • Actionable Strategies: Equip yourself with practical tools and resources to deliver culturally appropriate and effective care.
  • Empowering Service Providers: Gain insights, key takeaways, and guidance to better serve historically underserved populations.
Download the Wisconsin Mental Health Forums Toolkit! (pdf)
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Developed by Employment Resources, Inc. (ERI) and made possible by a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS).

More about About this Interactive Series

  • Expert speakers will present virtually on zoom with opportunities for dialog between speakers and participants.
  • This series will provide participants with relevant background information or self-assessment surveys.
  • Upon conclusion of the formal presentation, participants will be asked to set an individual goal for action related to their personal and professional development.
  • Participants will join in an online Community of Practice (CoP) with moderated discussions with their peers. The CoP approach is an evidence-based practice that can foster innovation and change through discussion, shared knowledge, and translation of information into practice or action.
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Equity and Racial Justice in Mental Health Service Provision

Date Changed to 10/5/2023 – Examine gaps in treatment that disproportionately impact marginalized groups and explore strategies to better serve all patients.
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Intersection of Race, Trauma, and Mental Health

Starting 10/10/2023 – Learn more about how allies have supported women of color and ways in which mental health practitioners can contribute to advancing behavioral health equity.
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Assuring Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services

Starting 11/6/2023 – Explore meaningful efforts to engage with people who speak diverse languages and to communicate effectively with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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Words and Actions Matter: Creating Welcoming and Affirming Environments for LGBTQ+ Individuals

Starting 1/24/2024 – Join a hopeful and proactive dialogue to give professionals deeper insight into the ways that we can support LGBTQ+ people and their allies.
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The Ethics of Advancing Mental Health Equity

Starting 2/7/2024 – Explore how behavioral health equity impacts health care outcomes and consider opportunities to meaningfully address mental health disparities.
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Nurturing Success: The Crucial Role of Personal and Professional Self-Care

BONUS Session 2/22/2024 – In this demanding profession, it can be difficult to prioritize care for one’s own mental and physical well-being. Join us as expert Dr. Coleman shares best practices, techniques, and self-care strategies for the mental health professional.
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