Making a Difference in the Lives of Students (GSCA 2023 Annual Conference)

November 1–3, 2023

Augusta, Georgia

Breaking the Silence: Advocating for Accessible Mental Health Services.

Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 9:15 AM–10:15 AM EDT

Hamilton

Target Audience

Secondary

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Appropriate for All Counselors

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Advocacy

Abstract

Mental health has become a global concern, affecting individuals from all walks of life. Come with me as I share one rural school districts journey in advocacy to enhance access to mental health services for their students and families. By advocating for accessible mental health services in the school district, we are bridging the gap and addressign barriers to make a difference in the lives of our students.