#thegoatexpo
On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Bowie State University, Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas, Prince George’s Health Department – Step Forward Program, and Bowie State University Graduate Student Association we will host The G.O.A.T. Expo 2024, our 3rd annual mental health expo for young people, their caregivers and providers, to learn effective ways of managing their mental health & wellness through supports in Prince George’s County, MD. #thegoatexpo
FEATURED ACTIVITIES
- Work Sessions
- Wellness Experiences
- Exhibitors
- Live Entertainment
- Interactive Activities
- Open Mic
- Dancing
- & More
EVENT DETAILS
Saturday, May 18, 2024
8:30 AM
Bowie State University
Student Center & Natural Science Building
14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD 20715
REGISTRATION
Registration is FREE, but required. Register online in advance or on-site.
PARKING
Parking available at the Student Center
Thanks to Volunteers of America and our partners, this expo will be epic!
call for Entertainers
The G.O.A.T. Expo is looking for innovative talent aligning with our focus on mental health and wellness. If you aspire to take center stage and contribute to our mission, we invite you to submit your entertainment proposal. Please note that proposals will exclusively be accepted through this online submission process.
We particularly encourage youth groups and those catering to the 16-24 age range to participate. High-energy, inspirational, and interactive entertainment ideas are highly valued.
Thank you for expressing your interest in being part of the G.O.A.T. Expo – we look forward to reviewing your creative proposals!
2024 speakers & entertainment
Jazmiera Smothers
Jazmiera Janay, Speaker/Author
Dr. Chanda Reynolds
Minds of The Culture, Inc, Clinical Psychologist
Leon Thurston
Universityofunstuck.com, Leadership Development Specialist
Dr. Rochelle Thompson
RMThompson & Co., CEO
Marsha Evans
Willow Tree Counseling and Educational Center, Mental Health Therapist/Parent Coach
Travis Harmon
Mental Peace Performance, Operations Manager
Dr. Radhia Afif
The Behavioral Wealth Project LLC, Licensed Behavior Specialist
Mark Harrison
Endangered, Onwer/CEO
Natasha Paris St.Amand
Natasha Paris Enterprises, CEO/Founder
Dr. Massica Jordan-Alston
Jordan Peer Recovery
Chris Bolden
Ice Ent Apparel, Founder
Tiffiney Hall
PosiTiff (Pronounced Positive), Founder & CEO
Warren Leggett, Jr. Ph.D., MS, MAC
Bowie State University
Dr. Simone Blancnhard
Innerlight Network Mental Health Charities, CEO
Jenn Maroney
You Are The Medicine, Somatic Healer & Breathwork Facilitator
BRANDON JOHNSON
SAMHSA/988 & Behavioral Health Crisis Coordinating Office, External Engagement and Equity Officer
Sabrina Wiggins
Little Aiden Press, CEO/Founder
Mark Sturdivant
STURDI LLC (Succes Takes Ultimate REsilience Determination Inspiration), Owner/Educator
WHY IS THIS expo so IMPORTANT?
Test your knowledge.
TRUE OR FALSE
50% of chronic mental illness start before 14 years of age
QUESTION
What are the most common mental illnesses among young people?
question
What is the 2nd leading cause of death for young people ages 15 to 24
TRUE OR FALSE
Nearly 1 in 3 teens ages 13-18 has an anxiety disorder
multiple choice
Mental illness is rising faster among:
A) 12 to 19 year olds
B) 18 to 24 year olds
C) 25 to 32 year olds
QUESTION
What is required to improve youth mental health?
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In partnership with Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas, Prince George’s County Health Department, Bowie State University Graduate Student Association, and Step Forward, on Saturday, May 18, 2024, we will be hosting The G.O.A.T. Expo 2024, our 3rd annual mental health expo for young people, their caregivers and providers, to learn effective ways of managing their mental health & wellness through supports in Prince George’s County, MD.
This one-day event will include a plenary session, workshops, and exhibitors from health, mental health, and behavioral health agencies primarily geared to caregivers.
The second half of the day will include interactive activities to engage youth and young adults; including live entertainment, open mic, dance contests, and more.
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