Yavapai Justice and Mental Health Coalition

March 1, 2025 was World Compliment Day!! Never forget, You Are Awesome! Who you are and what you do matters #worldcomplimentday #spreadkindness https://lnkd.in/gXX8CN_h

Today, let's celebrate the incredible power of compliments and their positive impact on mental health and well-being. Whether you're giving or receiving a compliment, the effects can be truly transformative. Taking a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the people around us can uplift spirits, boost confidence, and spread joy like wildfire (not the scary kind). A simple compliment has the magic to brighten someone's day and create a ripple effect of positivity. Not that anyone here needs help thinking of something nice to say, here are some fun examples of heartfelt compliments you can share today, you can even start by giving yourself one! - "Your kindness and empathy are truly inspiring." - "You have a remarkable talent for making others feel valued and respected." - "Your creativity knows no bounds. You bring so much beauty into the world." - "The way you face challenges with grace and determination is admirable." - "Your infectious positivity never fails to lift spirits and bring light into any room." Let's make today and every day a celebration of kindness, appreciation, and the wonderful effects of giving and receiving compliments. Spread love, share compliments, and let's continue to nurture each other's mental health and well-being. #WorldComplimentDay #SpreadKindness #MentalHealthMatters https://lnkd.in/gXX8CN_h

SPONSORSHIPS Opportunities Now Available! This is a fantastic opportunity to have your business featured at our 3rd annual "A CALL TO ACTION! Az Human Trafficking Summit." Network with and get your business name and face in front of hundreds of highly dedicated and passionate professionals coming together to fight?Human Trafficking and spread awareness in our communities. Scan the QR code to register as a sponsor or visit: https://lnkd.in/g6yPbPwB https://lnkd.in/gXX8CN_h #humantraffickingawareness #HTSummit2025 #Acalltoaction

Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2025 Monday, February 24 – Sunday, March 2, 2025. DID YOU KNOW? Eating disorders have the second highest (some experts say THE highest found with anorexia nervosa) mortality rate among mental health conditions? One person dies from an eating disorder every 52 minutes. Many people are unaware of the barriers that can make it difficult to find recovery, including a lack of understanding about eating disorders and their impact. It's not just a "diet gone wrong". "This year’s theme, “The Time is Now,” aims to shift this perception—by highlighting the importance of sharing knowledge and resources, encouraging early detection and treatment, and supporting ongoing research." -https://lnkd.in/eNyZyFyX https://lnkd.in/gXX8CN_h

We hope you join us at the Yavapai Community Human Trafficking Conference. This one-day conference is to be held on Saturday April 12, 2025, from 9am-4pm at the Prescott Resort and Conference Center in Prescott. **Early Bird Pricing until March 1st! -What is Human Trafficking and What it Isn't -How to protect our children -Discover ways to help in the fight against human trafficking Scan the QR Code or Register here: https://lnkd.in/g-MUK2uR

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! For the 3rd Annual A CALL TO ACTION! AZ Human Trafficking Summit 2025. "Arizona is a leader in the fight against human trafficking, but this position has taken years and years of hard work, partnership, and the relentless pursuit of justice for victims. This summit embodies the brightest and best of innovation, prevention, and intervention within the anti-trafficking community.”- Dominique Roe-Sepowitz SUMMIT OBJECTIVES INCLUDE: Beginner and advanced class sessions Improve responses to child and adult sex trafficking cases Identify gaps and develop short and long-term response plans with the help of subject matter experts Statewide and local efforts updates with research and data Collaborative approaches to investigations (allowing partners and agencies to work together to investigate cases involving sex trafficking) Explore different perspectives and network with professionals from all over the country. Identify and build on 5 core values of partnership which will enable you to have a successful and productive team Gather information about improving or establishing a formal MDT in your community Law Enforcement: case studies, sting operations, best practices, etc. AZPOST CERTIFIED, and So Much More! One thing is for certain - this summit is not for the faint of heart. It is for those who are willing to roll up their sleeves, get their hands dirty, and fight for justice. Together, we will rise to the challenge, armed with knowledge, determination, and a fierce commitment to protecting our most vulnerable. This is not just a summit; it is a battle cry. It is a call to action. Join us as we stand united against human trafficking, as we work together to create a safer, stronger Arizona for all. Together, we can make a difference. Let's change the world. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gzmTwbAP #Humantraffickingsummit #AZHT2025 #humantraffickingprevention https://lnkd.in/gXX8CN_h

Registration is Opening Soon for the 2025 A CALL TO ACTION! AZ Human Trafficking Summit SUMMIT OBJECTIVES INCLUDE: -Beginner and advanced class sessions -Improve responses to child and adult sex trafficking cases -Identify gaps and develop short and long-term response plans with the help of subject matter experts -Statewide and local efforts updates with research and data -Collaborative approaches to investigations (allowing partners and agencies to work together to investigate cases involving sex trafficking) -Explore different perspectives and network with professionals from all over the country. -Identify and build on 5 core values of partnership which will enable you to have a successful and productive team -Gather information about improving or establishing a formal MDT in your community -Law Enforcement: case studies, sting operations, best practices, etc. -AZPOST CERTIFIED So Much More! https://lnkd.in/gXX8CN_h

Log on to Mental Health Monday tomorrow January 27, 2025, at 10am with our partners @nami_yavapai @northernarizonapeerandfamily and Arizona Complete Health Monday's topic is "Peer Experience in Leadership", featuring speaker Dawn McReynolds. Learn about what it's like to be a peer in a leadership role in today's behavioral health world. What are some of the challenges, supports/resources, and what are the many rewards. Join: https://lnkd.in/ga5YPYtX Or visit: https://lnkd.in/gXNbFGte https://lnkd.in/gXX8CN_h

Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day, we reflect on the profound impact of a visionary leader who dedicated his life to pursuing justice and equality. MLK's legacy serves as a guiding light, inspiring us to uphold the values of nonviolence, unity, and compassion in our communities. MLK became a beacon of hope during the Civil Rights Movement, advocating for systems change and challenging the condition of things through peaceful resistance. His historic "I Have a Dream" speech, given in 1963, continues to resonate with people worldwide, reminding us of the power of unity and the pursuit of a shared dream of equality. Today, let's honor Dr. King's memory and realign our ways where need be, with the ideals he advocated for. Whether through acts of service, education, or reflection, let us strive to embody Dr. King's spirit and work towards a more just and inclusive society for all. photo cred: mlkday2025.fun https://lnkd.in/gXX8CN_h

Our Family and Friends Support Group for adults with an incarcerated loved one/s, will be starting up again in February. There are no meetings in January, but if you need some help or guidance until then, you can visit: @prisonfamiliesalliance Prison Families Alliance for additional support! Meetings are in person or via zoom the first and third Monday of every month, unless it falls on a holiday. To join via zoom: scan the QR code or go to prisonfamiliesalliance.org to view the calendar of meetings. To attend in person: Yavapai County Justice Center 2830 N Commonwealth Dr. Suite 105 Camp Verde, AZ Participants can expect peer support, information, and resources to help you navigate your experience. Always remember, you are not alone. If you have any questions email [email protected] https://lnkd.in/gEEjEzbV