The Realities of Inequity:
Ongoing and new needs in mental health
In this session, local champions for health and well-being will discuss barriers to seeking and receiving mental health support, the myth that Blacks are more resilient to crises, the pandemic’s long-term impact on the fabric of our community, the warning signs of a mental health decline, and how to support struggling employees and others.
Moderator
Judith Poey, Ph.D.
Health Program Officer
United Way of Central Maryland
Panelists
Dr. Jonathan Shepherd
Chief Medical Officer, Hope Health System
President, Board of Directors
Black Mental Health Alliance
Jennifer Herwig
Vice President, Human Resources
Baltimore Gas & Electric
Sherri Bloom, LCSW-C
Clinical Director
Pro Bono Counseling Project
