Healing the Block: An Alternative Approach to Crisis Response is a powerful community panel rooted in healing justice, mutual aid, and collective care. Together, we will explore how everyday people can respond to mental health crises, de-escalate harm, and strengthen wellness in our communities without relying on punishment or policing.

Grounded in Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of collective liberation, this conversation centers practical strategies for community-based crisis intervention and care.

Panelists include:
Veronza Bowers, Former Black Panther, Richmond Chapter
Diego, Senior Manager of Healing Justice Programming, APTP
Margaret, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Joey, MSW Intern, Cal State East Bay
Miss Charlie, MSW Intern, Cal State East Bay

Register here:
bit.ly/Heal-The-Block