The Respite A Wellness moment FROM JASMINE DRINKARD

"We want to decolonize our outcomes, so we are not just helping people to cope but actually empowering people to be agents of change." - Dr. Thema Bryant

4% of psychologists in US are Black

4-5% of psychologists in US are Asian

5% of psychologists in US are Latino

3% of psychologists in US are Native American

In 2021, the FBI reported hate crimes were at the highest level of the past 12 years.

In major cities, hate crimes rose 39 - 44% last year.

Hear from Dr. Thema Bryant

Reflect

  1. What is healing for you that resonates with your identity and culture?
  2. Think of ONE thing you can do today to put your needs first. By doing so, you are better fit to help, lead, teach, and counsel others.

"Justice is therapeutic." - Dr. Thema

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The Black ERG serves as a safe, collaborative space where black professional leaders can grow, prosper, and become ambassadors within the JCPS district. We will unite as a common group, effectively working for a purpose with our communities to incorporate positive change. We are committed to the JCPS District Racial Equity Policy by supporting black professional leaders through cultivating a positive culture and climate, retaining black representation, promoting black professional growth, supporting the advancement of black employees, and creating safe places for our black voices.

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JCPS recognizes that employees' mental health and emotional health are as important to their job performance as physical health. To provide support, JCPS has contracted with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their family members at no cost to the employee. The EAP is a confidential, short-term counseling program offering traditional face-to-face or telephonic counseling services with a licensed therapist. To schedule an appointment, contact Human Development Company at (502) 589-(HELP) 4357. Resources available 24/7 for emotional support: If you are in Crisis (ANY painful emotion, for which you need support), text LOU to 741741. Within minutes, a crisis counselor will text you back to start a conversation. If needed, you may call the Suicide Prevention Hotline @ 1-800-273-8255.

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