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The Mental Health and Wellness Policing Summit
November 17-19, 2024
Atlanta, GA

Agenda

Sunday - November 17, 2024

12:00 PM 5:00 PM

11:00 AM 4:00 PM

10:00 AM 3:00 PM

9:00 AM 2:00 PM

6:00 PM 11:00 PM

Registration Desk

Pre-Conference Workshop Registration Desk Hours: 12:00PM - 4:00PM

Additional Registration Required

 

Main Conference Registration Desk Hours: 4:00PM - 5:00PM

1:00 PM 2:15 PM

12:00 PM 1:15 PM

11:00 AM 12:15 PM

10:00 AM 11:15 AM

7:00 PM 8:15 PM

Preconference Workshop: Creating an Environment that Supports Mental Health – PART 1

Additional Registration Required

  • Explore options for assistance and discover strategies for building a strong peer support network
  • Learn how to navigate conversations about addiction and sexual harassment, ensuring they are handled with sensitivity and care
  • Foster a culture of openness and support that encourages seeking help and building resilience
  • Understand the importance of creating a supportive environment where everyone feels safe discussing their struggles with trauma
  • Discuss and normalize the range of responses – whether to report or not – and how to support yourself and others through these experiences

 

Susan Cutroni, Section Manager

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office 

2:15 PM 2:45 PM

1:15 PM 1:45 PM

12:15 PM 12:45 PM

11:15 AM 11:45 AM

8:15 PM 8:45 PM

Networking Break for Workshop Attendees

2:45 PM 4:00 PM

1:45 PM 3:00 PM

12:45 PM 2:00 PM

11:45 AM 1:00 PM

8:45 PM 10:00 PM

Preconference Workshop: Creating an Environment that Supports Mental Health – PART 2

Additional Registration Required

  • Gain practical coping mechanisms that can be integrated into daily routines to help you manage stress and trauma
  • Learn about the impact of second-hand trauma, especially those in peer support roles, and discover effective strategies to manage and mitigate its effects, ensuring mental well-being and sustained job performance
  • Remove the stigma and normalize therapy to facilitate healing and provide ongoing support

 

Angie Miller, Integrative Physical and Mental Health Specialist, M.S., LCMHC, CWC 

Angie Miller Wellness 

4:00 PM 5:00 PM

3:00 PM 4:00 PM

2:00 PM 3:00 PM

1:00 PM 2:00 PM

10:00 PM 11:00 PM

Networking Cocktail Reception for All Conference Attendees

Join us for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and face-to-face networking with peers.

 

Monday - November 18, 2024

7:50 AM 6:00 PM

6:50 AM 5:00 PM

5:50 AM 4:00 PM

4:50 AM 3:00 PM

1:50 PM 12:00 AM

Registration Desk

Registration Desk Hours: 7:50AM - 6:00PM

7:50 AM 6:30 PM

6:50 AM 5:30 PM

5:50 AM 4:30 PM

4:50 AM 3:30 PM

1:50 PM 12:30 AM

Exhibit Hall Open

7:50 AM 8:50 AM

6:50 AM 7:50 AM

5:50 AM 6:50 AM

4:50 AM 5:50 AM

1:50 PM 2:50 PM

Networking Breakfast

8:50 AM 9:00 AM

7:50 AM 8:00 AM

6:50 AM 7:00 AM

5:50 AM 6:00 AM

2:50 PM 3:00 PM

Welcome Remarks and Day One Takeaways

Marvin “Ben” Haiman, Former Chief of Staff,   

Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department 

9:00 AM 10:00 AM

8:00 AM 9:00 AM

7:00 AM 8:00 AM

6:00 AM 7:00 AM

3:00 PM 4:00 PM

The Essentials of Effective Peer Support Programs

  • Learn how to train and equip peer support team members
  • Assess the elements of a successful support program
  • Review metrics for evaluating the effectiveness of a program

 

Kristin Brayman, Sergeant

San Diego County Sherriff’s Office

 

Beata Staszewski, Sergeant

Chicago Police Department

10:00 AM 10:45 AM

9:00 AM 9:45 AM

8:00 AM 8:45 AM

7:00 AM 7:45 AM

4:00 PM 4:45 PM

Mentoring for Mental Wellness

  • Explore the role of experienced officers in mentoring newcomers
  • Learn effective communication techniques for knowledge transfer
  • Discuss the benefits of mentorship programs for mental wellness

 

Mike Crawford, BSCJ,MA, Lieutenant 

East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office

10:45 AM 11:05 AM

9:45 AM 10:05 AM

8:45 AM 9:05 AM

7:45 AM 8:05 AM

4:45 PM 5:05 PM

Networking Break

11:05 AM 11:50 AM

10:05 AM 10:50 AM

9:05 AM 9:50 AM

8:05 AM 8:50 AM

5:05 PM 5:50 PM

Proactive Approaches to Preventing and Managing PTSD

  • Explore evidence-based approaches to PTSD prevention
  • Understand the role of early intervention
  • Discuss strategies for creating a PTSD-aware department

 

George Crum, Chief of Police 

Cathedral City Police Department 

11:50 AM 12:35 AM

10:50 AM 11:35 PM

9:50 AM 10:35 PM

8:50 AM 9:35 PM

5:50 PM 6:35 AM

Fit for Duty: Enhancing Officer Wellness Through Physical Fitness

  • Discuss the connection between physical fitness and mental health
  • Review examples of successful fitness initiatives
  • Discuss ways to motivate officers to participate in fitness programs

 

William Moore, Senior Training Instructor

Austin Police Department 

12:35 PM 1:50 PM

11:35 AM 12:50 PM

10:35 AM 11:50 AM

9:35 AM 10:50 AM

6:35 PM 7:50 PM

Networking Lunch

1:50 PM 2:35 PM

12:50 PM 1:35 PM

11:50 AM 12:35 PM

10:50 AM 11:35 AM

7:50 PM 8:35 PM

Bridging Gaps: Police and Mental Health Specialists in Crisis Intervention

  • Outline effective de-escalation techniques that minimize the use of force during mental health related incidents 
  • Explore ways to enhance officer resiliency by streamlining mental health crisis management and reallocating resources 
  • Learn how collaborative crisis response can rebuild community trust and improve perceptions of law enforcement 

2:35 PM 3:20 PM

1:35 PM 2:20 PM

12:35 PM 1:20 PM

11:35 AM 12:20 PM

8:35 PM 9:20 PM

Trauma-Informed Policing: Developing a Comprehensive Approach

  • Explore the principles of trauma-informed care in law enforcement
  • Discover training and resources needed to support this type of initiative
  • Discuss the benefits of a trauma informed approach for officers and the community

 

Susan Cutroni, Section Manager

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office

 

Anjana Freeman, Mental Health Clinician Supervisor 

Gainesville Police Department 

3:20 PM 3:50 PM

2:20 PM 2:50 PM

1:20 PM 1:50 PM

12:20 PM 12:50 PM

9:20 PM 9:50 PM

Networking Break

3:50 PM 4:35 PM

2:50 PM 3:35 PM

1:50 PM 2:35 PM

12:50 PM 1:35 PM

9:50 PM 10:35 PM

Breaking Barriers: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Law Enforcement

  • Examine the root causes of mental health stigma within law enforcement
  • Discover strategies to reduce stigma and promote openness
  • Outline steps to create a stigma free environment

 

Monique Hill, Sergeant, Training Coordinator

Marta Police Department

 

Brian Baker, Chief of Police 

Yuba City Police Department 

4:35 PM 5:20 PM

3:35 PM 4:20 PM

2:35 PM 3:20 PM

1:35 PM 2:20 PM

10:35 PM 11:20 PM

Building a Wellness Culture: Strategies for Leadership and Retention

  • Understand the impact of a strong wellness culture in attracting and retaining top candidates
  • Outline cost-effective strategies to foster a comprehensive wellness culture that extends beyond traditional peer support
  • Discover the value of promoting servant leaders who prioritize team wellness throughout their careers

 

Jerry Drum, Captain 

Albany Police Department 

 

Alex Johnson, Lieutenant 

Albany Police Department 

5:20 PM 5:30 PM

4:20 PM 4:30 PM

3:20 PM 3:30 PM

2:20 PM 2:30 PM

11:20 PM 11:30 PM

Closing Remarks

Marvin “Ben” Haiman, Former Chief of Staff,   

Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department 

5:30 PM 6:30 PM

4:30 PM 5:30 PM

3:30 PM 4:30 PM

2:30 PM 3:30 PM

11:30 PM 12:30 AM

Networking Cocktail Reception

Join us for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and face-to-face networking with peers. 

Tuesday - November 19, 2024

8:00 AM 11:00 AM

7:00 AM 10:00 AM

6:00 AM 9:00 AM

5:00 AM 8:00 AM

2:00 PM 5:00 PM

Registration Desk

Registration Desk Hours: 8:00AM - 11:00AM

8:00 AM 1:30 PM

7:00 AM 12:30 PM

6:00 AM 11:30 AM

5:00 AM 10:30 AM

2:00 PM 7:30 PM

Exhibit Hall Open

8:00 AM 9:00 AM

7:00 AM 8:00 AM

6:00 AM 7:00 AM

5:00 AM 6:00 AM

2:00 PM 3:00 PM

Networking Breakfast

9:00 AM 9:10 AM

8:00 AM 8:10 AM

7:00 AM 7:10 AM

6:00 AM 6:10 AM

3:00 PM 3:10 PM

Opening Remarks and Day One Takeaways

Marvin “Ben” Haiman, Former Chief of Staff,   

Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department 

9:10 AM 9:55 AM

8:10 AM 8:55 AM

7:10 AM 7:55 AM

6:10 AM 6:55 AM

3:10 PM 3:55 PM

Transforming Organizational Culture for Wellness

  • Outline actionable steps to cultivate a positive organizational culture
  • Learn how to shift to a supportive work culture
  • Discover specific cultural practices that enhance well-being

 

Mike Boward, Sergeant 

Fort Collins Police 

Marvin “Ben” Haiman, Former Chief of Staff, 

Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department

Rex Ingram, Chief of Police

City of Caldwell

Melinda Linas, Commander

Chicago Police Department

9:55 AM 10:40 AM

8:55 AM 9:40 AM

7:55 AM 8:40 AM

6:55 AM 7:40 AM

3:55 PM 4:40 PM

Trauma Recovery, Resilience, and Wellness

  • Explore evidence-based strategies to strengthen resilience and recover from daily work traumas
  • Understand the role of self-awareness and the daily practice of wellness
  • Discuss strategies for improving organizational wellness and preventing post-traumatic stress

 

Dan Willis, Captain (Retired), International Instructor  

FirstResponderWellness 

10:40 AM 11:00 AM

9:40 AM 10:00 AM

8:40 AM 9:00 AM

7:40 AM 8:00 AM

4:40 PM 5:00 PM

Networking Break

11:00 AM 11:45 AM

10:00 AM 10:45 AM

9:00 AM 9:45 AM

8:00 AM 8:45 AM

5:00 PM 5:45 PM

Suicide Awareness and Prevention: Proactive Approaches

  • Identify early warning signs of suicidal ideation among officers
  • Review intervention strategies to support at-risk individuals
  • Learn about successful suicide prevention programs in law enforcement

 

Robert Tallion, Investigator 

Kearney Police Department 

11:45 PM 12:30 PM

10:45 PM 11:30 AM

9:45 PM 10:30 AM

8:45 PM 9:30 AM

5:45 AM 6:30 PM

Recruitment Strategies: Attracting the Right Talent

  • Highlight innovative recruitment strategies focused on wellness
  • Learn about effective screening techniques for mental health
  • Review the impact of recruitment practices on officer retention

 

Mike Boward, Sergeant

Fort Collins Police

 

Mike Crawford, BSCJ,MA, Lieutenant 

East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office

12:30 PM 1:30 PM

11:30 AM 12:30 PM

10:30 AM 11:30 AM

9:30 AM 10:30 AM

6:30 PM 7:30 PM

Networking Lunch

1:30 PM 2:15 PM

12:30 PM 1:15 PM

11:30 AM 12:15 PM

10:30 AM 11:15 AM

7:30 PM 8:15 PM

The Role of Nutrition in Mental Health

  • Highlight the connection between diet and mental wellness
  • Discuss strategies for integrating nutrition into wellness initiatives
  • Understand the impact of healthy eating on stress and performance

 

Kristen Wright, (Former) Recruiting Sergeant 

Arizona Department of Public Safety 

2:15 PM 3:00 PM

1:15 PM 2:00 PM

12:15 PM 1:00 PM

11:15 AM 12:00 PM

8:15 PM 9:00 PM

Community Connections: Leveraging Resources for Officer Wellness

  • Discover community resources that can support officer wellness
  • Learn how to build partnerships with local organizations
  • Discuss the benefits of community involvement in wellness programs

 

Brienz Edwards, Training Specialist

Austin Police Department

 

Noelle Davis, Relationship Coach 

Brave New Love 

3:00 PM 3:10 PM

2:00 PM 2:10 PM

1:00 PM 1:10 PM

12:00 PM 12:10 PM

9:00 PM 9:10 PM

Closing Remarks

Marvin “Ben” Haiman, Former Chief of Staff,   

Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department