Thank You for a Successful
2nd Annual Remix Recovery Resource Fair:
“Mental Health in a Cultural Context”
Mental illness disproportionately impacts minority cultures due to differences in beliefs about illnesses, lack of access to resources, and barriers such as stigma and socioeconomic status (SES). Our hope was this event would help eliminate barriers and highlight ways we can serve minority groups better and build awareness within our community of accessible resources. Our goal was to raise awareness about the intersectionality between mental health and culture, bringing together organizations to share with the community and network with each other. We wanted to create a warm, welcoming environment for all to enjoy and we are SO happy to share we were successful!
event at a glance
Over $7,000 in funds raised
over 300 lives touched
21 organizations represented
16 volunteers
7 wonderful speakers
1 beautiful day!
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED!
Tabling
We are immensely grateful for the 21 organizations that came to table at the event and shared their resources with the community. These community partners offered a wide array of services for diverse populations, meeting our goal of providing the community with options for culturally-informed care. A huge “Thank You” to these organizations and their representatives!
- Peaceful Warriors: A Healing Circle for Men of Color
- Contra Costa Health Ambassador’s Office – Full Circle of Choices
- Green Ties
- Emend Healthcare
- Alloy Fitness Concord
- Muir Wood Teen Treatment
- Monument Impact
- Peer Connections Center
- Discovery Behavioral Health
- NAMI Contra Costa
- Brightlife Kids
- Zócalo Health
- Creekside Recovery
- Silicon Valley Recovery
- California Mental Health
- Contra Costa Family Justice Center
- La Concordia Wellness
- Charlie Health
- Recover or Die / Every 11 Minutes
- Tranquility Rehab
- Mental Health Connections
Speakers
We were incredibly fortunate to have wonderful speakers at our event who covered topics ranging from:
- Men’s mental health
- Suicide awareness
- Building and prioritizing self-awareness of your personal mental health
- Stigma reduction
- Addiction recovery
- The experience of being a Remix Recovery Peer Facilitator
Thank you so much to our speakers for taking the time to come inspire, challenge, and support our community!
- La Tanyua Thompson
- Ray Obrador
- Luis Marroquin
- Jorge DePaz
- Sabrina Rider, John Coombs, and Jenny Schuelke (Peer Facilitator Panel)
Connecting with the Community
We were privileged to spend time connecting with the community through lawn games, a drumming circle, conversations at various tables, and over lunch! We estimate that at least 300 people were reached through this event!
Fundraising
Through fundraising and sponsorships, we raised about $7,000 to expand our work and become accessible. From operational costs to peer facilitator training, we will use these funds to grow and keep pursuing our mission to smash stereotypes and break down stigma! We are deeply grateful for all who gave and especially our Sponsors!
- John Muir Health
- Truth Be Told Apparel
- California Mental Health
- Creekside Recovery
- Muir Wood Teen Treatment
- Discovery Behavioral Health
If you are interested in helping support us further, please visit our fundraising page here: