Join us for this free event bringing together leading experts in the field to explore the current state of mental health and insights into how individuals and communities can better support mental well-being.

Thursday, October 10, 2024
7:00 p.m.
Muscatine High School Auditorium

Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Jim Yong Kim: A renowned expert on global health and mental well-being, Dr. Kim inspires you to change the world and provides eye-opening and empowering insights on how to do it. At Partners in Health, Dr. Kim helped launch a movement that transformed global health forever. He is renowned for his pioneering approaches to tackling global health issues, education, and economic development at the World Bank.

Key Experts:
Dr. Rima Afifi: A Professor at the University of Iowa and Director of the Prevention Research Center for Rural Health, Dr. Afifi engages in public health research and practice with the intent to promote social, community, and policy environments conducive to well-being.

Alma Brunson: Founder of Micaela’s Hope and advocate for mental health awareness and suicide prevention, Alma strives to help those in need and spread awareness of mental health to honor her daughter Micaela who died by suicide at age 16 in 2016.

Ben Pohl: With expertise in pediatrics and adult health, Ben exhibits a deep understanding of the impact stigma has on care and current trends that will impact your health. As a PA-C at UnityPoint Clinic, Ben is actively involved in leading community health initiatives to improve outcomes and promote wellness.

All are welcome to attend. Tickets are free, but reservations are required. Limited seating is available.