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Friday, Oct 25th
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM CT
Role of Afrocentric Theory in Mitigating Divorce and Separation in Africa
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 2B
Presenter: Nantongo Molly, Phd Student (she/her/hers) – Arizona State University
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM CT
Are You Intentional? Engaging Black Men in Social Work and Therapy
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2104B
Main Presenter: Gary T. Taylor, LCSW – Uphold 31:8/ Virginia State University
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Earn 1 CE Hour
Friday, Oct 25th
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM CT
Colonization, Racism, and Humanity: A Cry for Action!
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2102A
Main Presenter: Lenola Wyatt, LMSW – Stephen F. Austin State University
Co-Presenter: Mohit Prodhan, MSW (he/him/his) – Stephen F. Austin State University (University of Texas System)
Co-Presenter: Teresa K. Tarver, MSW, LBSW (she/her/hers) – Stephen F. Austin State University
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Earn 1 CE Hour
Friday, Oct 25th
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM CT
Can't Stop Won't Stop: African American Men in the Pandemic
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 2A
Presenter: Robin L. Smith-Colton, Ph.D (she/her/hers) – Grand Valley State University
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM CT
The Experiences of U.S.-Born Black Americans, African-Born Immigrants, and Afro-Caribbean Immigrants With Diabetes Mellitus Type I&II in NYC: A Mixed Methods Study
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 2B
Presenter: Mavis Y. Smith, LCSW, PhD Candidate (she/her/hers) – Yeshiva University- Wurzweiler School of Social Work
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
1:45 PM – 2:15 PM CT
What Factors Shape Perceptions of Support Among Black Women in Social Work PhD Programs?
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 2A
Presenter: Kenyette S. Garrett, LCSW (she/her/hers) – University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Contributor: Evelyn Coker, LCSW – University of Wisconsin-Madison
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
1:45 PM – 2:15 PM CT
Culturally Responsive Community Participation, Engagement, and Empowerment: Interdisciplinary Lenses
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2502B
Presenter: Dr. Julie Clockston, DSW, LCSW, Cert ED (she/her/hers) – Metropolitan State University of Denver
Contributor: Tanya Greathouse, Ph.D., LCSW – Metropolitan State University of Denver
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM CT
Indigenous Solutions to Community Violence and Crime
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2502B
Presenter: A. Christson Adedoyin, PHD, MSW, MATS – Samford University, Dept of Social Work
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM CT
Social Workers' Role in Enhancing Voter Engagement and Trust in Democracy
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 1B
Presenter: Terrance R. Ruth, PhD – NC State University
Presenter: Taheem W. Thomas, MSW (he/him/his) – NC State university
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM CT
(Re)defining Activism: A Qualitative Examination Exploring Social Work Students' Perceptions of Activism
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 1A
Presenter: Nicole A. Corley, MSW, PhD – Virginia Commonwealth University
Presenter: Jenee Lee, MSW, LSW (she/her/hers) – Virginia Commonwealth University
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM CT
Understanding the Phenomenon of Spiritual Trauma Among Black Millennials and Gen Z
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2201
Presenter: Indhira MA Udofia, PhD, LCSW (she/they) – University of Denver
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CT
Enhancing Engagement in Research Courses Among Social Work Students at HBCUs: A Black Perspective
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 1501A
Moderator: Meirong Liu, MS, PhD – Howard University
Panelist: Tiffanie Victoria Jones, PhD, LMSW – Tulane University
Panelist: Latoya S. Hogg, PhD, MSW (she/her/hers) – Howard University
Panelist: Taqi Tirmazi, MSW Ph.D. – Cal State University School of Social Work
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Earn 1 CE Hour
Friday, Oct 25th
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM CT
Preparing Social Work Students to Address Cultural Traumatized Internal Working Models of African Americans
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2201
Presenter: Dianna P. McFarlane, DSW, LCSW-C, LICSW – PCS, LLC
Presenter: Joretha Bourjolly, Ph.D (she/her/hers) – University of Pennsylvania
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM CT
A Black Man’s Voice in an Anti-Racist World
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 1B
Presenter: Quincy Dinnerson, DSW, LMSW, QMHP-C, ACSW, CFSW – North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Presenter: Mindy Brooks-Eaves, DSW, CSW (she/her/hers) – B & B Consulting
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
4:15 PM – 4:45 PM CT
A Futurist Approach: Preparing Equity-Minded Practitioners to Collaborate and Serve With Indigenous Communities
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 1A
Presenter: Yarneccia D. Dyson, PhD, MSW – North Carolina State University
Presenter: Shelton Young, MSW, LCSW (he/him/his) – University of Illinois Chicago
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
4:15 PM – 4:45 PM CT
Community is Key! Sense of Belonging and Coping Among Black College Women
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2502B
Presenter: Nelia M. Quezada-Horne, PhD, LMSW (she/her/hers) – University at Albany, SUNY
Presenter: Kelly Gross, PhD, LMSW (she/her/hers) – Skidmore College/ University of Zululand
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
4:45 PM – 5:15 PM CT
The Weathering Effect and Its Impact on Black Graduate Students Attending Historically White Institutions
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2502B
Presenter: Jessica M. Coleman, MSW, LICSW (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Presenter: Channel L. Lowery, MSW, LGSW (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Friday, Oct 25th
4:45 PM – 5:15 PM CT
Afrocentric Norms and Substance Use Behaviors Among Black Young Adults
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 1B
Presenter: Melody K. Frempong, MSW – Washington University in St. Louis
Presenter: Husain Lateef, PhD, MSW – Washington University in St. Louis
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Saturday, Oct 26th
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM CT
Re-Envisioning African American Parent Engagement and Involvement in School Settings
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 3501B
Presenter: Tauchiana J. Williams, DSW, LCSW (she/her/hers) – UNC Chapel Hill
Presenter: Abigail Ross, LICSW, MPH, PhD – University of Pennsylvania
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Saturday, Oct 26th
1:00 PM – 1:20 PM CT
Beyond Solidarity: Navigating Responsibilities as an Ally and Co-Conspirator
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2501A/B
Presenter: Marya Wright, DSW, MSW, BSW (she/her/hers) – Wright Community Services LLC
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Saturday, Oct 26th
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT
Taking up Space: Creating Safety During Racial Upheaval Through Practicing Spirituality and Mutual Aid
Location: KC Convention Center, Poster 2A
Presenter: Mindy Brooks-Eaves, DSW, CSW (she/her/hers) – B & B Consulting
Presenter: Quincy Dinnerson, DSW, LMSW, QMHP-C, ACSW, CFSW – North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Saturday, Oct 26th
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CT
Why Women of Color With Practice Doctorates Have to Fight to Belong
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 1501A
Panelist: LaSharia Turner, DSW (she/her/hers) – Alabama A&M University
Panelist: Carmen Reese Foster, DSW, LMSW, LSSW (she/her/hers) – Belmont University
Panelist: Dalila John, DSW – The University of Alabama
Panelist: Sherron Wilkes, DSW (she/her/hers) – The University of Alabama
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Earn 1 CE Hour
Saturday, Oct 26th
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM CT
From Cohort to Community: A Black Perspective on Navigating Doctoral Culture at an HBCU
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 3501H
Panelist: Jalissa R. Worthy, LMSW (she/her/hers) – Howard University
Panelist: Whittni L. Holland, LMSW (she/her/hers) – Howard University School of Social Work
Panelist: Bezil L. Taylor, Jr., MSW (he/him/his) – Howard University
Panelist: Dwayne James, MSW, LMSW (he/him/his) – School of Social Work, Howard University
Moderator: Tracy R. Whitaker, DSW, ACSW (she/her/hers) – Howard University School of Social Work
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Earn 1 CE Hour
Saturday, Oct 26th
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM CT
Working While Scared: Understanding the Experiences of Black Women in Social Work Academia
Location: KC Convention Center, Room 2103C
Main Presenter: Julia J. Scott, MSW (she/her/hers) – University of Maryland School of Social Work
Co-Presenter: Neijma Celestine-Donnor, JD, MSW, LCSW-C (she/her/hers) – University of Maryland Baltimore
African Americans and the African Diaspora
Earn 1 CE Hour