Diversity Information & Events
 | Message from Diversity Committee Chair, Jonathan Thompson II As Autumn is upon us there is the opportunity to engage as a community in increasing diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ). I am excited to share that we are working on opportunities for you to become more actively involved beyond just the membership perks including a book group, micro-volunteerism appeals, and continuing my talks (Tea with JT) countywide to start the dialogue around issues of DEIJ. We are providing several on-ramps to community and I look forward seeing you becoming more active in your local chapter. Jonathan Thompson II Jonathan W. Thompson II (he/his), MA, AMFT, APCC Diversity Director, SBCAMFT |
DEIJ (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice) Statement
SBCAMFT is committed to working in practical and substantive ways to take action in both our organization and our community, in order to learn about and remain aware of longstanding patterns of historical and systemic discrimination and biases, and to take action towards breaking these patterns.
Diversity Events |
| SBCAMFT is committed to working in practical and substantive ways to take action in both our organization and our community, in order to learn about and remain aware of longstanding patterns of historical and systemic discrimination and biases, and to take action towards breaking these patterns. SBCAMFT is providing a new offering for members and soon-to-be-members an opportunity to engage in building trust, practicing active listening, and working to have a place to create action both personally and professionally. The purpose of this group is to provide space for clinicians and those who desire to better understand longstanding patterns that impact our community. This will allow for dialogue as often the question is posed "Where do I start?" |
CARPINTERIA TEA WITH J.T. Where: Lucky Llama Coffee House, 5100 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria When: Saturday, October 15, 2022, 10am- Noon What: This in-person event invites clinicians to come together to get to know our new Diversity Director and build a community conversation about diversity. Cost: FREE for all SBCAMFT and Non-SBCAMFT members (Join now!). Click here to view events. Sponsored by Mission Harbor Behavioral Health | LOMPOC TEA WITH J.T. Where: TBD at a Lompoc Location When: Saturday, November 12, 2022, 10am-Noon What: This in-person event invites clinicians to come together to get to know our new Diversity Director and build a community conversation about diversity. Cost: FREE for all SBCAMFT and Non-SBCAMFT members (Join now!). Click here to view events. Sponsored by Mission Harbor Behavioral Health |
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