AFRICAN AND AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL UNITY DAY
AFRICAN AND AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL UNITY DAYIN HONOR OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH, FEBRUARY 28, 2015
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SponsorsAfrican HeritageAfrican ImmigrantBlack Minds Matter 2Family Outreach &Engagement ProgramFamily Outreach &Engagement ProgramA Not for Profit AdvocacyAgencyMelody HamesSinora FreelandMohamed AliSemmert HaileAli RoblehGigi Crowder
Intent of heartAfrican Heritage“Before us there were otherswho were torn apart, who ismaking them whole?” Peres Owino comments on hermovie BoundOur desire is to become whole,healthy in mind, body and soul.Doing so honors our ancestorsand strengthens our future.African ImmigrantAll Africans are welcome fromNorth, South, East and West.Many African Immigrants haveno idea what our Ancestorsendured during slavery andmany African Americans haveno idea about Africa. Today isthe day we begin to learn fromeach other’s experience.Black Minds Matter 2This important conference willsupport us toward our goal ofidentifying and promotingequitable services for all blackpeople that are honoring of ourpast, culturally responsive, andbetter address our behavioralhealth needs.
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Village Discussion1. Barriers to opencommunication2. What can we do toopen communication?Stereotypical informationabout both groups Bad information Language and culturalmindsets Individual vs group mentality Cultural differences fromAfrican to African andAfrican American to AfricanAmericanMore conversation, festivalsand sharing of foodTime to interact with oneanother Bringing children togetherwould make a bigdifference Frequent communication toget rid of the stereotypeswith children/ all malegroups and all femalegroups3. How does this affectour mental health? Feelings of isolation Language/ cultural barriers Not feeling connected Not knowing how to befriendsdefinition/interpretation offriendship differ Sense of “depth” in the familyis missing Feelings of fear Paranoia (media portrayals) Need to get out of the box Disappoinment
Village Discussion cont’d4. What are culturallycompetent services? Empower the family Stigma attached/ distrust ofdoctors Spiritual differences No faith in the system Language barriers (from thedoctors as well) We are reactionary-needservices that address truth/make people feel safe/proactive services5. What are the nextsteps? Doctors that understand ourcultures/ men to men,women to women, moreBlack doctors Knowing the “code” Need more funding andpeople of color at thedecision making table Evidence based practicesbased on what works for us Prayer, spirituality, loveSee question 2
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Evaluation SummaryConference Evaluation SummarySeries1“ I felt that the event was put togethervery well!”“I would like to see more conferencesabout African cultures.”“Whole experience was veryenlightening.”“I like the idea of the African diasporiccommunity uniting.”Series4Series520Number of Responses“Great to hear from the youth andAfrican Elders.”Series325Selected Responses:“This program was really helpful. Also itwas worthwhile.”Series2151050123456789Evaluation Questions101112131415
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