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SUMMARY:Virtual Networking Chat and Member Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting virtual networking opportunity exclusively for CBHL members on Tuesday\, May 6\, at 10:00 am PT / 1:00pm ET!  \n\n\n\nConnect with fellow behavioral health leaders in a relaxed online environment where you can expand your network\, share insights\, and discover potential collaborations. \n\n\n\nThis interactive session provides the perfect platform to meet new faces\, reconnect with colleagues\, and exchange ideas that can benefit your CBHL membership journey. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nRegister via Glue Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCBHL Members: If you have not yet activated your member account in Glue Up\, don’t worry – register for the event using the same email associated with your CBHL membership and it will guide you through the process! Contact Chelsey Gutierrez cgutierrez@leaders4health.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/virtual-networking-chat-and-member-meet-greet/
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Reorganization\, Rescission\, & Budget Resolutions: A Federal Policy Update on Behavioral Health
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, May 12\, 2025\n\n\n\n11:00 am PT / 12:00 pm MT / 1:00 pm CT / 2:00 pm ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all! \n\n\n\n\n\nThis timely webinar offers behavioral health professionals\, administrators\, and advocates a comprehensive update on recent federal policy changes affecting mental health and substance use disorder services. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJonah Cunningham\, President and CEO of National Association of County Behavioral Health and Developmental Disability Directors (NACBHDD) will provide context and background on current policy developments on the federal level including budget rescissions\, the proposed restructuring of key agencies\, and legislative actions that impact behavioral health funding and service delivery. Attendees will be given timely information on how recent policy developments may affect their organizations and communities as well as resources for engagement. \n\n\n\nKey Outcome: \n\n\n\nPolicy Navigation Framework: Participants will receive a clear understanding of recent federal budget resolutions\, rescission measures\, and reorganization efforts affecting behavioral health programs\, with specific attention to funding streams\, reporting requirements\, and compliance timelines. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJonah C. Cunningham currently serves as President and CEO of the National Association of County Behavioral Health and Developmental Disability Directors (NACBHDD).  In this role he proactively advocates for national policies that recognize and support the critical role counties play in caring for people affected by mental illness\, addiction\, and developmental disabilities.  In this capacity he also serves as Executive Director of the National Association for Rural Mental Health.    \n\n\n\nPrior to joining NACBHDD\, Jonah worked at Trust for America’s Health\, a public health think tank\, where he focused extensively on ways to reduce mortality from substance misuse and suicide.  Additionally\, he worked as a congressional staffer for several years in the office of Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano (CA) where he helped to reestablish the Congressional Mental Health Caucus and created a Suicide Prevention Task Force within the Caucus.    \n\n\n\nJonah C. Cunningham has received numerous awards and recognition for his commitment to the field of behavioral health and those served by the nation’s behavioral health system. Jonah has a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Utah and a Master of Public Policy from The George Washington University.  In his free time\, he enjoys learning how to cook and is an avid Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. 
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/webinar-reorganization-rescission-budget-resolutions-a-federal-policy-update-on-behavioral-health/
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SUMMARY:CBHL Leadership Community | Equity as a Foundation for Leadership 
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 15\, 2025Theme: Demonstrating Transformational Leadership to Improve Communities 12:00 pm PT / 1:00 pm MT / 2:00 pm CT / 3:00 pm ET \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs a leader\, are you:  \n\n\n\n\nReady to cultivate an understanding of how inequity is perpetuated by and in behavioral health systems? \n\n\n\nInterested in how to practice intersectional allyship? \n\n\n\nCurious about integrating data equity frameworks and culturally responsive approaches? \n\n\n\nAware of the importance of engaging in co-production and community-driven practices\, but need a little support in doing so? \n\n\n\nPrepared to demonstrate transformational leadership to improve communities? \n\n\n\n\nIf the answer is yes to any of the above\, then this leadership community is for you!  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us together with Ebony Chambers\, CBHL’s Director of Equity-Grounded Leadership\, at our leadership community – Equity as a Foundation for Leadership – for a bi-monthly leadership community designed for any CBHL member interested in developing their knowledge\, skills\, and leadership behaviors as an equity-grounded leader.  You are encouraged to register and join the full series.  \n\n\n\nBackground: Equity-grounded leadership shifts the focus of leaders towards intersectionality\, equity\, and anti-racism to drive behavioral health systems transformation. The equity-grounded leadership concept was co-produced with cross-sector behavioral health leaders from around the country\, who developed equity-grounded leadership competencies\, or Principles of Change. Each of the five Principles is accompanied by the necessary knowledge\, values\, skills\, and operational practice behaviors associated with each principle.    \n\n\n\n\nWhat is a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\nCBHL Leadership Communities connect leaders\, organizations\, and systems eager to learn and work across sectors in pursuit of a shared goal.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the purpose of a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\n\nImprove knowledge and skills of behavioral health leaders through collaboration\, the exchange of ideas\, and professional dialogue.  \n\n\n\nFacilitate informed and collaborative leadership for improved individual\, organizational\, and community outcomes. \n\n\n\nEncourage organic connections among CBHL members through ongoing collaboration around a shared interest.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Community Host\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEbony Chambers is the Director of Equity-Grounded Leadership for The College for Behavioral Health Leadership. In this role\, she oversees the delivery\, facilitation\, content\, and progress of the Equity-Grounded Leadership (EGL) Fellow Program.   \n\n\n\nEbony has over 18 years of experience working with issues of social justice\, equity\, education\, mental health and diversity.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/cbhl-leadership-community-equity-as-a-foundation-for-leadership-may/
CATEGORIES:CBHL Leadership Community,Members Only
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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | Solving Together: Celebrating Year One of Workforce Solutions Jams
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | Solving Together: Celebrating Year One of Workforce Solutions Jams\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 20\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\nJoin us for an inspirational webinar as we mark the first anniversary of our Workforce Solutions Jams!  In this milestone event hear from our three partner organizations on their reflections over the last year and what’s ahead. Come connect with cross-sector organizations and change-makers to reflect on a year of collaborative problem-solving and innovation.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:  \n\n\n\n\nA retrospective of key takeaways and recurring themes from our Jam sessions \n\n\n\n\n\nStories from organizations that are implementing meaningful changes based on Jam insights \n\n\n\n\n\nIntroduction of exciting new opportunities for engagement and collaboration \n\n\n\n\nWhether you’ve been with us from the beginning or are curious about joining our community\, this webinar offers valuable perspectives on addressing behavioral health workforce challenges through collective intelligence and shared experience.  \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers\, celebrate our achievements\, and discover new ways to participate in shaping the future of behavioral health workforce solutions.  \n\n\n\nJoin us on Tuesday\, May 20 for our next Workforce Solutions Jam! The Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nResources and Links\n\n\n\nCrosswalk of 400 recommendations on behavioral health workforce \n\n\n\nCall to Action \n\n\n\nPrevious Jam Recordings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information \n\n\n\n\n\nMary Beth Fessler LPCC\, LADC has been working in the field of substance use disorders and mental health since 2008. She obtained her Masters Degree from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies and is dually licensed as a LADC and LPCC. She has had a strong passion for working with women since 2010 when she started working at Wayside House. Mary Beth spent 6 years working with mental health residential programs (IRTS) and also has experience in case management services. Her areas of interest include secondary trauma\, work-life balance\, infertility\, and leadership development. When not working\, Mary Beth spends time with her husband\, Branden\, Daughter\, Sloane and yorkies\, Indy & Koda. She is a huge NFL fan\, a MN Vikings season ticket holder\, and is in a couple’s bowling league. Mary Beth is a new mom and thrilled to again be working with women and families. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam provides an opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nLearn innovative new practices\n\n\n\nStay informed about ongoing efforts\n\n\n\nEngage with subject matter experts\n\n\n\nHear about new legislation and/or federal workforce efforts\n\n\n\nTake action!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-may-2025/
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SUMMARY:Using Force Field Analysis to Assist in Strategic Directions
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 22\, 202510am PT / 11am MT / 12pm CT / 1pm ET\n\n\n\nComplimentary for CBHL Members$50 for Non-CBHL Members \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn today’s rapidly changing landscape\, successfully implementing innovations and strategic initiatives requires more than just good ideas—it demands a keen understanding of the forces that will help or hinder your success. This practical webinar introduces participants to an adapted approach to Kurt Lewin’s Force Field Analysis\, a powerful diagnostic tool that helps leaders objectively assess the driving and restraining forces affecting their strategic directions. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re launching a new project\, implementing organizational change\, or advancing an innovative idea\, understanding the human dynamics at play can mean the difference between success and failure. Through real-world examples and interactive exercises\, you’ll learn how to systematically map out the individuals and factors supporting or opposing your initiatives\, allowing you to develop more effective implementation strategies. \n\n\n\nKey Learning Objectives \n\n\n\n\nBecome familiar with an adapted approach to Lewin’s Force Field Analysis and how it can be applied to modern organizational challenges\n\n\n\nLearn how to use Force Field Analysis to objectively identify and assess who supports or opposes your innovations or projects—and more importantly\, understand their motivations\n\n\n\nReceive a comprehensive outline template for conducting your own Force Field Analysis\, enabling immediate application to your current strategic initiatives\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend \n\n\n\nThis webinar is ideal for executives\, managers\, project leaders\, change agents\, and anyone responsible for implementing strategic initiatives or driving innovation within their organization. \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFran Silvestri\, MBA\, recently left the role as founding President and Chief Executive Officer of the Global Leadership Exchange (GLE)\, formerly the International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership (IIMHL) and International Initiative for Disability Leadership (IIDL)\, which he helped organize in 2003. GLE is jointly funded by ten countries\, to build partnerships between mental health leaders in order to rapidly exchange knowledge of best and promising practices internationally.Before his work with GLE (formerly IIMHL)\, Fran was CEO of Monadnock Family Services (MFS) in Keene\, NH. In this role he looked internationally to identify\, and then replicate\, innovative services that promote recovery and social inclusion for consumers of mental health services. \n\n\n\nSuch services have included the Wyman Way Cooperative\, an independent\, non-profit corporation managed and operated by consumers of mental health services (based on the Trieste model). He was a founder of a state wide Integrated MH network in New Hampshire owned by six hospitals\, 10 MH centers and the largest physician practice in the state.Through his work with GLE\, he has assisted in building international collaborations resulting in the rapid transfer of innovations and creative practices from one country to another.The unique week long GLE Leadership Exchange is held every two years and is a unique global experience for key MH leaders to meet international colleagues\, share knowledge and build partnerships. GLE also has facilitated a series of ongoing collaborations on specific topics and has partnered with the WHO on their Special Initiative working with 10 low and middle income countries to link key national mental health leaders to support developments.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/using-force-field-analysis-to-assist-in-strategic-directions/
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