The Council on Substance Abuse (COSA) is observing Mental Health Awareness Month. Established in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month is observed annually in May to increase awareness about the vital role mental health plays in our overall health and well-being and provide resources and information to support individuals and communities who may need mental health support.
Using this year’s theme, “Supportive families, communities, and resources can help youth build strong foundations for lifelong well-being,” COSA is inviting all middle and high school students and athletes to join us during a FREE 30-minute virtual ZOOM presentation, to promote mental health wellness among youth. Below are two event details:
Friday, May 17, 2024, 9 AM-10 AM @ Carver High School (For Athletes)
12:30 PM-3:30 PM @ Wetumpka High School
Speaker: JoJuan Armour is a former professional football player in the National Football and Canadian Football Leagues. As a Teaching and Learning Consultant, Mr. Armour travels across the country to support schools and communities by helping identify tools and resources that will positively impact social-emotional development among students and residents.
Monday, May 20, 2024, 9:00 AM-10:30 AM @ McKee Middle School
Speaker: Marleik “Mar Mar” Walker, is a rap artist, actor, voice artist, songwriter, and talk show host. He rose to fame by voicing Goby in the animated series Bubble Guppies, and Franklin in The Peanuts Movie. Today, Marek is a college student who travels across the country to encourage youth to make positive decisions For more information on COSA or prevention and recovery services offered, visit www.cosancadd.org.
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