Register: Improving Mental Health Services for AAAI Communities in Atlanta, GA

March 16, 2024 will mark the 3-year anniversary of the Atlanta spa shootings that killed eight people, six of which were women of Asian descent. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Asian American and Asian immigrant (AAAI) communities have been exposed to increased violence and harassment, which have been linked to increased vulnerability to racial stress, trauma, and worsened mental health outcomes.

Given the growing AAAI population in Atlanta, this free workshop from PHI’s Lotus Project and partners aims to connect researchers, practitioners, and community leaders to promote greater culturally sensitive trauma-informed care and prevention for underserved AAAI children and families.

Day 1:

On Day 1, learn from field experts on how we can better support the mental health and well-being of AAAI children, youth, and families living in Atlanta, Georgia through culturally sensitive practices, services, and healthy community partnerships.

• Date & Time: Friday, March 15, 2024 9AM-6:30pmET (Registration starts at 8:30am)
• Location: Catalyst Community Center, 1854 Shackleford Court, Norcross, GA 30093
• Lunch & beverages will be provided. Masks are optional.

Day 2:

During Day 2, engage in various activities and discussions about addressing youth mental health issues in Atlanta. High school and college students are highly encouraged to attend.

• Date & Time: Saturday, March 16, 2024 12:00-4:00pm ET
• Location: Catalyst Community Center, 1854 Shackleford Court, Norcross, GA 30093
• Lunch & beverages will be provided. Masks are optional.

Learning Objectives

As a result of attending this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Increase understanding and awareness of the unique mental health challenges and factors that affect AAAI communities in the Atlanta Region.
• Identify ways to address barriers of mental health access within AAAI communities
• Understand and apply evidence- and community-based, culturally responsive mental health interventions and practices in serving AAAI communities.
• Connect with a network of service providers, community members and leaders.
• Identify at least two areas for strategic growth in developing and nurturing healthy community alliances.

The Lotus Project and collaborators will also work collectively with other local agencies and mental health professionals in the Atlanta Region to successfully deliver this training and sustain long-term momentum and discussions around improving AAAI mental health after the workshop.