#thegoatexpo

#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!

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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!

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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