Wildlife and nature

Animal shelters and rescues

Theater and dance

Rivers, parks and trails

Hunger and food

Schools and learning

Housing and homelessness

Community health

Mental health

Mentoring and foster care

Legal help and rights

Jobs and money help

Atlanta

The Triangle

Everywhere

The Collective Workshop

Royal Animal Refuge

Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta

Georgia Advancing Communities Together

Atlanta Writers Club

Cobb Collaborative

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Jewish Fertility Foundation

Every child and young adult in Georgia will have access to high-quality, integrated behavioral health services and support, empowered by a statewide network of trauma-informed organizations working together to prevent and heal childhood adversity.
To lead a state-wide coalition to develop a closely-aligned and trauma-informed public and private network working toward a united vision to create a birth through 26 year old integrated behavioral health system. Key components to be implemented by our partners include prevention, early intervention, research, advocacy and policy, and System of Care implementation and coordination.
We're on a mission to create a more resilient Georgia. We need your help to make it happen.
We are building a statewide coalition of trauma-informed organizations by convening diverse private and public partners to build a stronger, more resilient Georgia. Our 5-pronged approach aims to:
Build awareness and a common language around adversity and resilience
Building a statewide coalition of diverse private and public partners.
We celebrate the good work that’s already underway across the state.
We are building a statewide c oalition of trauma-informed organizations by convening child-facing providers to build a stronger, more resilient Georgia.

Resilient Georgia General Meeting Fall 2026

Resilient Georgia General Meeting

Silence the Shame

Building Strong Foundation for Trauma-Informed Care

Middle Georgia Regional School-Based Behavioral Health Forum and Innovation Lab

Give

Choosing to Swim

Resiliency Trends - Back to School

Social Connection and Youth Voice as an Antidote to the Youth Mental Health Crisis

Bringing County-Level Data to the Communities It Reflects

Resiliency Trends - Resilience in Action

Resilient Georgia Welcomes Resilient South Central Georgia to Growing Statewide Network of Regional Coalitions

Resilient Georgia Announces Launch of Resilient Heart of Georgia, Strengthening Support for Children and Families Across Georgia

Resilient Georgia Announces Two New Board Members

Resiliency Trends - Resilience is an Act of Love

Power of Healing Series 2025

When the Helpers Feel It Too: Recognizing and Responding to Burnout

Emily Anne Vall

Andrea Meyer Stinson

Kathryn Chambers

Annaliza Thomas

Alex English

Nikki Tobeck

Audrey Idaikkadar

Deborah C. Chosewood, M.S.

Tiffany Sawyer

Allison Garefino

@childrensatl’s Stephanie V. Blank Center for Safe and Healthy Children offers age-appropriate body safety education for children, families, and early learning settings. The program is currently offered at no cost to schools within its 28-county Metro Atlanta service area. Learn more about the ROAR Body Safety Education Program at strong4life.com #mentalhealth #resilient #resilience #resiliency #ECE #education #youthmentalhealth

On Sunday, November 8, join @@katesclub at Blackburn Park in Brookhaven from 10:30AM to 2PM or Wire Park in Watkinsville from 2-5PM for a family-friendly event that unites grievers of all ages, giving them a safe space to honor and remember those who died while embraced by a team of compassionate, caring group of individuals! Registration includes food, an event T-shirt, and access to all walk activities. #katesclub #grief #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth

Join us for our Fall General Meeting, Growing Georgia’s Trauma-Informed Workforce: People, Pathways & Partnerships on Thursday, November 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET. Visit our website and add the meeting link to your calendar. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #fallgeneralmeeting #mentalhealthworkforce #mentalhealth #workforce #traumainformed #youthmentalhealth

In our latest Resilient Futures blog, 15-year-old Isabella Roach shares a powerful, personal reflection on navigating academic pressure, family conflict, mental health challenges, identity and experiences with the juvenile justice system. Isabella's story reminds us that good grades don't always mean a young person is doing well, and that past experiences or mistakes should never define their future. Thank you, Isabella, for your courage in sharing your story and reminding us that every young person deserves to feel heard. *Resilient Futures is our monthly blog series highlighting the experiences, challenges, and strengths of young people today.

Join us for Resilient Georgia's November 5 General Meeting! Through our meeting theme, Growing Georgia's Trauma-Informed Workforce: People, Pathways & Partnerships, we'll explore how education, partnerships and innovative career pathways can help expand access to mental and behavioral health services across Georgia. Swipe ➡️ to meet our expert speakers. November 5, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Visit our website and add the meeting link to your calendar. resilientga.org/general-meetings #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #workforce #mentalhealthworkforce

The path to becoming a licensed mental health professional is an important part of building Georgia's behavioral health workforce! Join us for Resilient Georgia's November 5 General Meeting, where we'll welcome Andrea Meyer Stinson, PhD, LMFT, Director of Workforce Strategy & Initiatives at Resilient Georgia; Liza Cuevas, LMSW, FFT Supervisor at Wellroot; and Amber Jones LPC, Senior Therapist at Hillside. Together, they'll present “Mental Health Workforce Accelerator: A Statewide Initiative to Support the Pathway to Clinical Licensure,” highlighting efforts to strengthen graduate and post-graduate career pathways and support emerging mental health professionals as they work toward clinical licensure. As part of our meeting, Growing Georgia's Trauma-Informed Workforce: People, Pathways & Partnerships, we'll explore how innovative workforce initiatives and partnerships can help grow the next generation of mental and behavioral health professionals and expand access to care across Georgia. November 5, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Visit our website and add the meeting link to your calendar. www.resilientga.org/general-meetings #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #mentalhealthworkforce #traumainformedworkforce

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween!

Registration is NOW OPEN for Mental Health Day at the Capitol 2027! Join the Behavioral Health Services Coalition for a day of connection, education, and advocacy alongside people with lived experience, families, community partners, and policymakers. Together, we can help shape a healthier Georgia! 📅 Wednesday, January 20, 2027 📍 Georgia Freight Depot 65 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 🕗 8:00 AM — Registration 🕘 9:00 AM — Program begins 🕛 12:00 PM — Walk to the Capitol 🕐 1:00 PM — Press conference 🕑 2:00 PM — Meet with legislators #mentalhealthday2027 #mentalhealth #resilience #resiliency #resilient

Building stronger, more resilient communities takes collaboration, and we loved seeing that spirit in action at last week's Georgia Family Connection Conference! Six of our regional coalitions participated in an interactive poster session highlighting the many ways Resilient Georgia coalitions partner with and support their local Family Connection collaboratives to strengthen communities and support children and families. A big thank-you to Resilient Northwest Metro, Resilient Middle Georgia, Resilient Communities of East Georgia, Resilient Coastal Georgia, Building a Region of Resilience NWGA and Resilient Northeast Georgia for sharing their work and showcasing the resilience movement in action across our state. And a special shout-out to Resilient Georgia's own Audrey Idaikkadar, who participated in the Data as a Public Good panel, sharing insights on the importance of trusted, community-informed data in driving meaningful change and improving outcomes for Georgia's children and families. @resilientmiddlegeorgia @resilientcoastalgeorgia @resilient.eastga @mindyourmindcobb @cobbcollaborative #resilient #resilience #resiliency #familyconnection #georgiafamilyconnectionconference

Join us for Resilient Georgia's November 5 General Meeting, where we'll welcome Nikki Gilbert, Healthcare Program Manager in the Office of Technical Education at the Technical College System of Georgia. Nikki will present “The Workforce Between the Workforce,” highlighting an important part of the conversation about developing career pathways and strengthening Georgia's mental and behavioral health workforce. Through our meeting theme, Growing Georgia's Trauma-Informed Workforce: People, Pathways & Partnerships, we'll explore how education, training and collaboration can help expand the workforce needed to support healthier, more resilient communities. November 5, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Visit our website and add the meeting link to your calendar. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #generalmeeting #traumainformedworkforce #workforcedevelopment

Did you know that an average of 550 children in Georgia lose their lives each year to four leading preventable causes? @wearestrong4life is raising awareness of the Big 4: 🔹 Unsafe sleep 🔹 Drowning 🔹 Car crashes 🔹 Firearms The good news? Simple safety habits and everyday actions can help prevent these tragedies. At Resilient Georgia, we know that safe, supportive environments are essential to helping children and families thrive. We're proud to share Strong4Life's important resources to help parents, caregivers and communities take practical steps to protect Georgia's children. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #big4 #strong4life #youthmentalhealth #youthsafety

Building a stronger mental and behavioral health workforce means creating pathways for professionals who understand and reflect the communities they serve! Join us for Resilient Georgia's November 5 General Meeting, where we'll welcome Kevin Crawford MDiv, ThM, PhD, Project Manager/Data Specialist with the GA-URR-OCAY initiative at @emory_nursing Kevin will present “Community Health Worker Agential Learning: Transforming Knowledge into Culturally Meaningful Practices for Child, Adolescent, and Young Adult Mental and Behavioral Health.” His presentation will explore the important role of community health workers in strengthening culturally meaningful approaches to mental and behavioral health and the value of paraprofessional pathways in growing Georgia's workforce. Together, we'll explore how people, pathways and partnerships can help build a more trauma-informed and resilient Georgia. November 5, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Visit our website and add the meeting link to your calendar. resilientga.org/general-meetings #resilient #resiliency #resilience #generalmeeeting #mentalhealthworkforce

The @southernedfound September 2026 report examines the experiences of families, early childhood educators, and program leaders in 12 rural communities across Georgia, Mississippi, and Missouri. It explores barriers to affordable, high-quality child care, including limited availability, workforce challenges, and financial strain, while highlighting community strengths and policy recommendations. These findings can inform local conversations, advocacy, partnerships, and strategies for improving access to early childhood services. #resilient #resiliency #resilience #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealth #ruralmentalhealth

Join us for Resilient Georgia's November 5 General Meeting, where we'll welcome Sandra Martin, Ed.S., Program Specialist for Career, Technical, & Agricultural Education (CTAE) at the @georgiadeptofed Sandra will highlight Georgia's Mental Health Professional Pathway, exploring how career education at the high school level can introduce students to mental and behavioral health professions and help build a stronger workforce pipeline. Through our meeting theme, Growing Georgia's Trauma-Informed Workforce: People, Pathways & Partnerships, we'll explore how education, partnerships and innovative career pathways can help expand access to mental and behavioral health services across Georgia. November 5, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Visit our website and add the meeting link to your calendar. resilientga.org/general-meetings #resilient #resiliency #resilience #generalmeeeting #mentalhealthworkforce

Knowing how to recognize the warning signs of suicide and connect someone with support can make a meaningful difference. GUIDE, Inc. is offering FREE virtual QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Trainings on October 21, November 18 and December 16, from 1–3 p.m. This two-hour training introduces three practical steps anyone can learn to recognize suicide warning signs, offer hope and help connect someone in crisis with appropriate support. Choose the date that works best for you and register today! @gwinnettcoalition #reslient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #suicidepreventiontraining #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth

October is #nationalbullyingpreventionmonth. Preventing bullying is about more than responding when harm occurs. It’s about creating environments where young people feel connected, valued and supported by the adults and peers around them. Positive relationships and safe, nurturing environments can help build resilience and protect the mental health and well-being of children and youth. Check out these tips on ways to listen, connect and help create communities where every child can thrive. #preventbullying #mentalhealth #resilient #resilience #resiliency #youthmentalhealth

This resource from the @annieecaseyfdn, “Adapting Practices in the Justice System for Emerging Adults,” explores how probation officers and defense attorneys can adapt their practices to better support the healthy development of young adults ages 18–25. Based on lessons from emerging adult justice pilot sites, the resource highlights practical strategies such as supporting executive functioning through reminders and assistance with deadlines, using plain language instead of legal terminology to improve understanding and participation, and building rapport and trust by taking time to learn about young people’s interests and goals. These developmentally appropriate approaches can help emerging adults better navigate the justice system and may contribute to more positive outcomes. #mentalhealth #resilience #resilient #resiliency #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth

Applications are now open for the 2027 PIN Summer Internship Program through the Partnership for Innovation! Apply to become a partner organization for 2027. This innovative program connects talented college students with organizations across Georgia and the Southeast to tackle real-world challenges, develop creative solutions and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Organizations interested in hosting interns are encouraged to apply by November 1, 2026. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #internship

Register now for the 2026 @gapse_georgia_apse Conference: Georgia Moving Forward! This statewide conference brings together self-advocates, professionals, educators, family members, researchers, service providers, and students to advance Employment First and inclusive employment across Georgia. The conference will be held at 310 Cherry St. in Macon from October 27, 2026 at 1:00 PM through October 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #resilientgeorgia

We loved catching up over lunch with Resilient Georgia’s fabulous intern and Doctoral Student at @georgiastateuniversity, Jordan Ricketts, as well as our wonderful partner Grace Morrow from the @georgiadph. It’s been a pleasure working together on Resilient Georgia’s PACEs Report Card and data profiles, which help communities better understand the data around positive and adverse childhood experiences across Georgia. We’re already hard at work on the 2026 PACEs Report Card and look forward to sharing more in the months ahead. Grateful for smart, dedicated partners who make this work possible! #resilient #resiliency #resilience #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #behavioralhealth #resilientgeorgia

Register now for the Together for Families Conference 2026, a national virtual conference connecting Family Resource Centers, parent and family leaders, practitioners, researchers, funders, and public partners. The conference will feature practical strategies, emerging evidence, family and community leadership, and approaches to strengthening family support systems. It will be held October 20–22, 2026. Register at togetherforfamilies.org #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #familymentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth #mentalhealthresources #mentalhealthconference #togetherforfamilies

Honoring #hispanicheritagemonth This month, we celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities while recognizing the importance of equitable access to mental health support. Resilient Georgia's Hispanic & Latinx Mental Health Resource Page offers culturally responsive and Spanish-language resources to support mental health, resilience, and family well-being. Explore tools for individuals, families, caregivers, and professionals and help connect your community to the support they need. #mentalhealth #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealthresources

Congratulations Vira Salzburn, Director of Impact at @mediationcenter on being named to @georgiatrend 40 Under 40! We’re grateful for the heart, dedication and commitment Vira brings to her work with Resilient Coastal Georgia, helping us connect with more people and communities across our state. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #georgiatrend #coastalgeorgia

Join the @mcg_aug Engagement Series, “FQHC, CHC, Family Medicine, & Psychiatry Symposium,” on Friday, Nov. 13 from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Lakeside Community Church in Greensboro, Ga. Register now for this symposium on team-based behavioral health in primary care. CME credits available. #mentalhealthCME #mentalhealth #resilient #resilience #resiliency #familymedicine #psychiatry #cmecredit #behavioralhealth

SAVE THE DATE! Our final Lunch and Learn of 2026 will be October 8 at noon featuring Renee Johnson from Mindworks Georgia. This session will provide an overview of Georgia's System of Care framework, the role of MindWorks Georgia in supporting children, youth, and families, and practical ways local coalitions can engage with their regional System of Care partners #mentalhealth #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mindworksgeorgia #lunchandlearn

New Resilient Futures Blog: Choosing to Swim In the September post of our monthly blog series, “Resilient Futures,” we're honored to feature 17-year-old Joanna’s journey through mental health challenges, healing, and hope. She shares the small mindset shifts that helped her move forward, the support she wishes she had along the way, and the lessons she learned about resilience, self-compassion, and choosing to not give up. ⭐Resilient Futures is our monthly blog series exploring the experiences, challenges, and strengths of young people today. Read the blog at 🔗in bio. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #teenmentalhealth #resilientfutures

“A Conversation with Chelsea Handler: Making Mental Health a Higher Priority” will be October 2nd from 1–2PM at @thecartercenter in Atlanta, GA. The conversation will focus on elevating the importance of mental health and promoting greater awareness and discussion around mental well-being. The event is in person only, with no virtual attendance option. #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth #resilience #resilient #resiliency #chelseahandler #cartercenter

Bloom University, a co-lead of Resilient West Central, has partnered with @amerigroup to offer free trauma-informed training opportunities for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents, biological parents, educators, volunteers, and professionals who serve children and families. Upcoming sessions include Bullying Prevention on October 7th and Compassion Fatigue on November 11th at 10AM via Zoom. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #bullyingprevention #compassionfatigue #bloomuniversity #parenteducation #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote helpseeking. Check out the @freeyourfeelsga Suicide Prevention Toolkit, which brings together up-to-date resources from trusted organizations, including tools, data, and links designed to support young people, caregivers, and professionals in finding the help and information they need. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #suicideprevention #suicidepreventionmonth #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth

Resilient Georgia intern and doctoral researcher, Jordan Ricketts, recently shared how county-level data is being transformed into practical insights that empower educators, school counselors, social workers, healthcare and behavioral health professionals and other community leaders to make more informed, data-driven decisions for children and families. Check out the blog at the 🔗in bio to explore how data is being translated into meaningful conversations and solutions across Southwest Georgia. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #PACES #mentalhealth #ruralmentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth

@silencetheshame 2026 Parent Cafe Series: The virtual 2026 Parent Café Series offers parents, caregivers, and adult allies of Georgia’s transition-age youth (ages 16–24) an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and strengthen family well-being. Sessions will be offered throughout the year and will provide a supportive space to learn practical tools and strategies for supporting youth as they transition into adulthood. Sessions will be held: Oct 10, 2026 12:00 PM Nov 18, 2026 07:00 PM Dec 5, 2026 12:00 PM #resilience #resiliency #resilient #silencetheshame #parenteducation #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth #parentcafeseries2026

On Friday, November 6th from 8:30 AM – 1 PM, @archiatlanta will convene more than 250 leaders, including healthcare providers, public health professionals, funders, practitioners, and community advocates, to examine the State of Metro-Atlanta Health. The event will feature the latest health data and community perspectives while exploring cross-sector strategies to address health inequities and their root causes, including housing, workforce development, care coordination, and advocacy. Participants will have opportunities to collaborate and identify strategies and investments to advance health equity across metro Atlanta. This free event is expected to fill up. Save your seat today! #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth

Explore the Georgia Essentials Family Well-Being Messaging Library! This is a collection of ready-to-use resources, toolkits, and practical tools designed to support child and family well-being. The Messaging Library is framed around Strengthening Families Five Protective Factors. ➡️Caregiver Resilience ➡️Social Connections ➡️Knowledge of Child Development ➡️Concrete Supports ➡️Social and Emotional Competence in Children @georgiastateuniversity #resilience #resiliency #resilient #mentalhealth #strengtheningfamilies #georgiaessentials #youthmentalhealth

The Georgia Mental Health Parity Initiative has launched a new employer resource library featuring two practical toolkits created to make mental health parity information accessible, actionable, and easy to share across organizations. These resources provide guidance for employers looking to strengthen behavioral health benefits and improve access to care for their workforce. @georgiadch @thecartercenter #resilience #resiliency #resilient #mentalhealth #mentalhealthparity #employerresource #mentalhealthtoolkit

NEW DATE! Save the date for our next Virtual General Meeting, Growing Georgia’s Trauma-Informed Workforce: People, Pathways & Partnerships on Thursday, November 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET. More details to come! #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #traumainformedworkforce #generalmeeting #resilientgeorgia

We're looking ahead to what’s next for Resilient Georgia! Last week, our staff and board came together for our Strategic Planning Retreat—a day to reflect on how far we’ve come, think boldly about where we’re headed and begin mapping the next chapter of our work. Together, we explored opportunities to deepen our impact, strengthen partnerships and continue building a more resilient Georgia where children, families and communities can thrive. A special thank you to Jennifer Ballentine with Highland Nonprofit Consulting and Youth Voice Matters for facilitating our strategic planning process and helping guide such thoughtful, productive conversations. We’re grateful for the leadership, ideas and shared commitment everyone brought to the table—and energized by the possibilities ahead. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #strategicplanning #youthvoicematters #teamretreat #youthmentalhealth #georgiamentalhealth

We were thrilled to spend the day with our Resilient West coalition for a powerful strategic planning session focused on system change, collective impact and the future of this important work across the region. Together, we spent the day exploring how we can continue strengthening connections, building partnerships and creating lasting change across Resilient West’s five counties. A special thank you to Debra Kibbe and the @gsughpc for guiding such an engaging and productive day—and to all our Resilient West leaders for bringing their energy, experience and commitment to the table. #resilient #resiliency #resilience #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #resilientwest #strategicplanning

Forever in our hearts. #neverforget911 #patriotday

Join us September 10 at noon for a virtual Lunch & Learn featuring Tiffany Sawyer of the @gacfca and Dr. Jyll Walsh of the @pcageorgia. The session will highlight training opportunities, including Connections Matter, Strengthening Families, Triple P, HOPE, Mandated Reporter Training, and child sexual abuse prevention programs. Participants will also learn strategies for building local training capacity through Train-the-Trainer models, partnerships, and other sustainable approaches that strengthen communities long-term. To request an invite, contact Alex at aenglish@resilientga.org. #resilient #resiliency #resilient #mentalhealth #childadvocacy

New Resource: Overview of Mental Health Screening Tools for Infants & Toddlers Developed by the @gsughpc /Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health & Wellbeing and the IECMH Task Force, this new reference guide helps pediatricians, early childhood professionals, and behavioral health providers identify evidence-based screening tools for infants and toddlers. The guide compares screening tools by age, developmental domains, administration method, and time required—making it easier to select the right assessment and connect young children and families with the support they need. Explore the resource at 🔗in stories. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #ECE #pediatricmentalhealth

Wishing everyone a safe and restorative #LaborDay!

The 2026 Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support (GAPBS) Conference will be Friday, December 4th in Duluth, GA, with the theme “Strengthening Safety and Supports.” The conference will bring together educators, interventionists, family members, clinicians, and community partners to share research, resources, and practical strategies related to positive behavior supports across homes, schools, and communities. Participants will have opportunities for networking, continuing education credits (CEUs), expert learning, and exploring positive behavior support practices across the lifespan. @georgiastateuniversity #resilient #resilience #resiliency #GAPBS #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #familymentalhealth #familyhealth #continuingeducation

We were honored to join advocates from across the state at the 2026 @georgiacasa Conference! Resilient Georgia’s own Audrey Idaikkadar joined Laura Beth Newsom, coordinator for Walker County Family Connection and current Building a Region of Resilience NWGA leader, and Gabrielle Stewart of @gsleads4change to present “Meeting Families Where They Are: A Trauma & Poverty-Informed Approach.” Together, they explored how trauma- and poverty-informed practices can help us better understand and support Georgia’s children, families and communities. Thank you to Georgia CASA for creating space for this important conversation and to @gafcpnews and Change Makers Leadership for being valued partners in this work! #resilience #resilient #resiliency #mentalhealth #changemakers #youthmentalhealth #traumainformed

The @gacfca Courage to Care training equips adults with practical tools to recognize warning signs, create safe environments, foster healthy relationships, engage in proactive communication, and take action to prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation. Interested in expanding prevention efforts within your organization? Register for GCCA’s Courage to Care Training of Trainers workshop on October 22. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #couragetocare #georgiacenterforchildadvocacy #childadvocacy #preventchildabuse #TOT

Mark your calendar for the @zerotothree 2026 LEARN Conference October 27–29, in Portland, Oregon. This conference will feature keynote speaker Steve Burns and will bring together educators, mental health leaders, researchers, advocates, and policymakers to explore the latest research, innovative practices, and strategies that support young children and their families. Attendees will have opportunities for professional development, networking, expert-led sessions on key early childhood topics, and continuing education credits. #zerotothree #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealth #resilience #resilient #resiliency #ECE #ECEconference #professionaldevelopment

Big news for rural health! @georgiadch has awarded $30.6 million through the second phase of the GREAT Health program, bringing total investments to $43.3 million across the state. These grants will strengthen rural communities by expanding access to healthcare, growing the healthcare workforce, enhancing behavioral health services, improving care coordination, supporting school-based health infrastructure, and advancing technology-driven healthcare innovation. Investments like these help build healthier, more resilient communities by ensuring Georgians have greater access to the care and support they need—no matter where they live. #ruralhealth #mentalhealth #resilient #resilience #resiliency #youthmentalhealth #behavioralhealth #mentalhealthinfrastructure #GREATHealth #GADCH #DCH

This new @freeyourfeelsga toolkit brings together trusted resources, data, and practical tools to support young people, caregivers, and professionals as they navigate the transition to a new school year. It provides guidance for addressing stress, uncertainty, and emotional well-being while helping school communities foster connection, support, and mental health throughout the year. #backtoschool #freeyourfeels #mentalhealth #toolsforparents #toolsforteachers #resilience #resilient #resiliency

Resilient Georgia coalition @cobbcollaborative recently launched a #Substack where subscribers can receive updates, event announcements, resources, and insights related to the organization's work in mental health, literacy, civic engagement, and collective impact. #mentalhealth #resilience #resiliency #resilient #youthmentalhealth #cobbcollaborative

Introducing "Resilient Futures." As a new school year begins, we're launching "Resilient Futures," a monthly blog series exploring the issues, challenges, and experiences shaping the lives of young people today. Throughout the academic year, we'll examine what youth are experiencing, what they need from the adults and communities around them, and what they can teach us. Our hope is to spark meaningful conversations, challenge assumptions, and inspire us to think differently about how we support young people and create a future where they feel connected, heard, valued, and able to thrive. Our first post, "Social Connection and Youth Voice as an Antidote to the Youth Mental Health Crisis," by Resilient Georgia Regional Program Manager Nikki Tobeck, explores the powerful connection between youth mental health and social connection—and why elevating young voices is essential to building healthier communities. Read the first installment at 🔗in bio. #mentalhealth #resilience #resilient #resiliency #youthmentalhealth #youthmentalhealthcrisis #resilientfutures

Join the Georgia School-Based Behavioral Health Collaborative for the Middle Georgia Regional School-Based Behavioral Health Forum and Innovation Lab Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at @mgastateu . The morning session will feature Dr. Katherine Pickard from @marcusautism and @emoryuniversity discussing mental health support for neurodivergent youth. We are thrilled to help host this alongside other members of the Georgia School-Based Behavioral Health Collaborative, including: @thecartercenter, @georgiaappleseed and @georgiavoices Registration and further session information coming soon. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #autism #marcusautismcenter #behavioralhealth

Reaching Teens by @wellrootfamilyservices is expanding access to the positive youth development, resilience building strategies, and trauma sensitive practices of the Reaching Teens framework across Georgia. Reaching Teens has officially been added to the @georgiadeptofed Course Catalog for schools. This provides schools with a new opportunity to incorporate evidence-informed youth development, strength based communication, and protective factors education into their programming while supporting student well-being and academic success. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #reachingteens #positiveyouthdevelopment

School’s back in session! This @wearestrong4life resource offers practical tips to help families support children's health and well-being as they prepare for a new school year. It provides guidance on starting open conversations, acknowledging back-to-school emotions, establishing healthy routines, managing anxiety, and building resilience to help children successfully navigate the transition back to school. 🔗in stories! #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #backtoschool #back2school #childrenshealth #childrensmentalhealth @childrensatl

The 2026 Georgia 2Gen Summit will be held September 15–16 , at the Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Hosted by the Georgia Children’s Cabinet in partnership with the @universityofga Carl Vinson Institute of Government, the summit will bring together service providers, policymakers, community leaders, philanthropic partners, and parent advocates to strengthen collaboration and advance two-generation (2Gen) approaches across Georgia. Participants will gain practical tools for implementing and evaluating 2Gen strategies, learn from successful initiatives across the state, and build partnerships to improve outcomes for children and families. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #UGA #Georgia2GenSummit #georgiachildrenscabinet

Our coalition partner Resilient West @uwestga is hosting a virtual Community Resiliency Model (CRM) Training on August 26, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM. This interactive training introduces practical, science-based skills to help individuals manage stress, build resilience, and understand how trauma affects the nervous system. Participants will learn six foundational wellness skills, explore the concept of the Resilient Zone, and gain practical tools they can immediately use to support youth and strengthen trauma- informed resilience-focused communities. The training is open to individuals from all sectors, and no clinical background is required. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #interactivetraining #communityresiliency #wellnessskills #traumainformed

Join Coverage and Culture: Employer Symposium for Workplace Mental Health on August 20, 2026, from 10AM–3PM at The Carter Center. This symposium will bring together business leaders, HR professionals, and benefits administrators to explore strategies for improving workplace mental health through equitable health coverage, mental health parity, and supportive workplace cultures. Participants will gain practical guidance on strengthening employee benefits, reducing stigma, increasing access to mental health and substance use services, and fostering healthier, more resilient workplaces. #resilience #resilient #resiliency #workplacementalhealth #culture #workplaceculture

Wishing every student, educator, caregiver, and family a school year filled with connection, growth, and resilience. Here's to a great year ahead! #backtoschool #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth

For many families, the journey through pregnancy, birth, and infant feeding is shaped by past experiences of trauma. A trauma-informed approach can help create safer, more supportive care that honors each parent's unique needs and experiences. @leahspantryorg in California is offering a virtual, two-part Trauma-Informed Lactation Care training designed for lactation consultants, WIC staff, educators, and maternal health professionals. Participants will explore practical, evidence-based strategies to foster trust, support autonomy, and provide compassionate, person-centered care. WHEN: September 17 & 24, 2026 TIME: 1–3 p.m. ET (Virtual) COST: $75 @acfb #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #traumainformed #lactationcare #WIC

Attend a free Connections Matter training hosted by our own Nikki Warner on August 11 from 11AM to 2PM at the Waycross Family Justice Center. This interactive training, presented through a collaboration between @pcageorgia and @gacfca helps participants understand trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), resilience, and brain development while providing practical strategies to strengthen personal and community resilience and better support individuals affected by trauma. #ACEs #childadvocacy #childabuseprevention #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #connectionsmatter

How can we help young people build healthy relationships with technology? Join us for the 2026 Cell Phones & Teens Conference on Thursday, August 13 at the @emoryrollinssph for a day of learning, discussion, and practical strategies to support youth in today's digital world. Hosted in collaboration with the @georgiadeptofed and the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, this annual conference brings together educators, parents, mental health professionals, youth-serving organizations, and community leaders to explore the impact of cell phones and technology on the well-being of children and teens. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experts, connect with peers, and leave with tools you can use in your work and your community. Thursday, August 13, 2026 Emory Rollins School of Public Health #resilient #resilience #resiliency #GEMA #GADOE #mentalhealth #publichealth #cellphonesandteens #teenmentalhealth

July is #BIPOCMentalHealth Month, a time to uplift the unique mental health experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color while acknowledging ongoing disparities in access to care. This awareness month emphasizes the importance of culturally responsive support—especially for groups like Black men, who often face compounded barriers such as stigma, mistrust, and limited access to effective treatment. #BIPOCmentalhealthmonth #resilience #resilient #resiliency #mentalhealth

Your voice matters. Share it with Georgia. Are you between the ages of 14 and 26? Have you learned something about resilience, mental health, or well-being that could help someone else? Resilient Georgia is looking for youth voices to contribute to our 2026–2027 Resilient Futures Blog Series. Whether it's a personal story, a lesson you've learned, an idea that's made a difference in your life, or your perspective on what young people need to thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Your experiences can inspire others, spark important conversations, and help shape a more resilient future for youth across Georgia. Interested? Send your blog idea or questions to ntobeck@resilientga.org. We can't wait to hear your story. #resilient #resiliency #resilience #mentalhealth

Last week, our own Alexandria English and Andrea Meyer Stinson Ph.D LMFT had the opportunity to present at the Georgia THRIVe Infant Toddler Court Program’s 3rd Annual All-Sites Retreat and Conference in Stone Mountain. This year’s theme, “Remembering the Why: Together We Thrive,” provided a meaningful opportunity to explore the foundations of trauma and discuss how we can build trauma-informed systems into everything we do. We are grateful to the Georgia THRIVe team and all participants for creating such an engaging and inspiring event. Together, we continue to learn, grow, and strengthen support for children and families across Georgia. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #preventtrauma #ECE #togetherwethrive #georgiathrive

Join this free webinar to learn practical strategies for providing suicide-focused care in K-12 schools. Designed for school mental health professionals, administrators, and educators, this session will explore real-world approaches to implementing and sustaining effective interventions, including CAMS (Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality). Topics include: ➡Training and implementation ➡Strengthening school mental health systems, especially in rural and under-resourced communities ➡Informed consent, referrals, follow-up, and documentation best practices When: Thursday, July 30 at 3 p.m. EDT Featured speakers: Amy Brausch, Ph.D. Kurt Michael, Ph.D. David A Jobes, Ph.D., ABPP #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #CAMS #CAMScares #mentalhealthprofessionals #schoolmentalhealthprofessionals

PCOM South Georgia is continuing to expand community partnerships and strengthen rural health training for medical students and trainees. The initiatives include a leadership role in Resilient Communities of Southwest Georgia @unitedwayswga and a $35,000 grant from @aacom_do to develop a Rural Health Track Certificate for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine students. Together, we're building a healthier, more resilient future for Southwest Georgia. #PCOM #resilient #resilience #resiliency #southwestGA #ruralhealth #ruralhealthtraining

Better Future for Georgia: 2026 Election Issues Guide: @gapartnership (GPEE) has released its Better Future for Georgia Election Issues Guide, a nonpartisan resource that highlights the connection between public education, workforce readiness, and Georgia’s long-term economic success. The guide outlines key issues facing students and schools and encourages voters to engage with candidates on topics such as educational achievement, teacher recruitment and retention, and career pathway opportunities. https://gpee.org/ #georgiapartnership #resilient #resilience #resiliency #electionissuesguide #betterfutureforGA

The Waycross Resilient Georgia Partnership led by the @magnoliahouseshelter and Waycross Family Justice Center has officially rebranded as Resilient Southeast Georgia , a name that more accurately reflects the coalition’s regional reach and impact across Bacon, Brantley, Charlton, Coffee, Pierce, and Ware counties. While the name has changed, the coalition remains committed to advancing trauma-informed practices, strengthening community resilience, and improving health and well-being throughout Waycross and surrounding regions in Southeast Georgia. #resilientsoutheastgeorgia #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth

Resilient Northeast Georgia and @athensareacommunityfoundation offer a free Trauma & Resilience Toolkit featuring downloadable resources, educational materials, and social media content to help raise awareness about trauma, ACEs, and resilience. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealtheducation #traumaandresilience

@resilientcoastalgeorgia Registration is now open for the 8-week, virtual Mindful Self-Compassion Course (MSC) offered by @mediationcenter. This evidence-based course will be held Tuesdays from August 4–September 22, 2026, from 10AM-12PM, and is designed for adults seeking to build emotional resilience, manage stress, reduce self-criticism, and strengthen healthy relationships. The course is facilitated by Vira Salzburn, an MSC Trained Teacher who uses a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. The registration fee is $250, with limited scholarships available. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhhealth #youthmentalhealth

We're proud to see our work represented on the national stage! Resilient Georgia's own Annaliza Thomas joined Phylicia Hancle of the @cwcalliance at the @cadcacoalitions National Leadership Forum to share how collaborative, community-driven approaches are strengthening youth prevention efforts across Georgia. Together, they highlighted the power of partnership in building resilient communities and creating healthier futures for children, youth, and families. Thank you to Annaliza, Phylicia and the Georgia Oipoid Crises Abatement Trust at @gadbhdd for helping advance this important work nationwide! #GOCAT #resilience #resilient #resiliency #mentalhealth #opioidprevention

Respectful Ways is a trauma-informed social and emotional learning program designed for PreK–12 schools and their surrounding communities, providing educators and counselors with a shared language and practical tools to support both everyday student challenges and more complex behavioral needs, with the goal of creating classrooms where every student feels safe, seen, and ready to learn. In addition to its core programming, Respectful Ways offers professional development grounded in real-world scenarios, equipping teachers, school staff, and community partners with strategies to strengthen trauma-informed practices and support student wellbeing. #respectfulways #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #youthmentalhealth

The @georgiadeptofed introduced Aligning Student Supports for Safer Schools, a first-of-its-kind resource that integrates BTAM with Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (GaMTSS) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Developed in partnership with national experts, the guide offers practical strategies to help schools identify early warning signs, coordinate responses, and connect students with appropriate support before concerns escalate. Through tools such as a fictional case study, the resource demonstrates how aligning prevention, intervention, and student support systems can strengthen school safety, improve climate, and promote student well-being. #resilient #resilience #resiliency #mentalhealth #positivebehavioralinterventions #saferschools

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