WHAT: United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention, in collaboration with the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition (BBHC) and Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), will host the 10th Annual South Florida Behavioral Health Conference: The Power of Prevention on Wednesday, May 21 and Thursday, May 22 at the Broward County Convention Center. The two-day event will promote community awareness and support of behavioral health and substance use prevention.
- The Annual two-day Behavioral Health Conference serves as a platform for professionals in the behavioral and mental health fields to share insights, research, and best practices in promoting mental health and well-being. The conference emphasizes the critical role of prevention strategies in enhancing overall behavioral health.
- The Conference will feature renowned subject matter experts ranging from psychologists, behavioral health clinicians, professors, trauma and grief specialists, and prevention specialists who will provide crucial continuing education seminars, workshops, and keynote sessions.
- Participants will have the opportunity to learn from these thought leaders, network with industry peers, and discuss issues related to research, policy and practice. Licensed Clinicians and Certified Professionals can earn CEU credits.
- Master of Ceremonies will be CEO and Founder of Vanessa James Media Vanessa James. Featured Speakers include:
- Patrick Kennedy – Former Congressman, Mental Health Advocate, and Founder of The Kennedy Forum
- Joseph Green, CEO of LMS Voice and a professional storyteller and narrative disrupter
- Alix Generous – Neurodiversity Activist and TedX Speaker
(Additional featured speakers to be announced)
- The Conference Tracks will highlight emerging trends and groundbreaking initiatives that are influencing the future of behavioral health.
- Emerging Trends
- Self-Care and Resiliency
- Professional Development
- Innovative Initiatives
- Infant and Youth Mental Health
- Faith-Based Focus
- Trauma-Responsive Care and Suicide Prevention
- Collaboration and Integration
- Foundations of Well-Being
- Recovery Strategies
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- Event sponsors include Broward Behavioral Health Coalition, Florida Department of Children and Families, Baptist Health South Florida, UKG, and Memorial Healthcare System.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 21 and Thursday, May 22, 2025
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Broward County Convention Center
1950 Eisenhower Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
DETAILS :
Cost of Early Bird Conference Tickets through April 3: $250
Cost of Tickets beginning on April 4: $300
For more information and to register/purchase tickets, please visit: https://www.unitedwaybroward.org/event/bhc2025/.
For more information and sponsorship opportunities, please contact 954.462.4850.
About United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention
United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health and Drug Prevention is a broad-based substance misuse prevention and mental health promotion coalition dedicated to reducing negative consequences on individuals, families, and communities. Today, its primary role is to serve as a coalition-building organization that brokers partnerships between federal, state and local agencies to foster, develop, and enhance integrated behavioral health efforts throughout Broward County, while searching for innovative and effective ways to address the issue of substance misuse. Commission on Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention is a vital component of United Way of Broward County’s three impact areas (health, education and financial prosperity) focused on the solutions to close gaps in services and create a better life for all. For more information please visit www.drugfreebroward.org or follow us on social media at www.facebook.com/uwbccommission or on Twitter/Instagram @UWBC_Commission.
About Broward Behavioral Health Coalition (BBHC)
Established in 2011 by the Broward Department of Children and Families, the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition, Inc. (BBHC) serves as Broward County’s local managing entity, which is responsible for the contracting, monitoring, clinical quality oversight and performance improvement of the state-funded behavioral health services. BBHC provides a comprehensive system of care for substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders for individuals in Broward County. As a nonprofit organization, BBHC also manages local and national grants to develop evidence-based practices and practice improvement for providers and persons served. To learn more about the BBHC, call (954) 622-8121 or please visit https://bbhcflorida.org.
Follow BBHC on social media:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BBHCFlorida
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/broward-behavioral-health-coalition
Instagram: www.instagram.com/browardbehavioralhealth
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/browardbehavioralhealth
