JIBC Bell Let's Talk
Now more than ever, every action counts
Now more than ever, every action counts.
As justice and public safety students and professionals, supporting mental wellness across education and our profession is essential to the integrity of the way we operate. Mental health plays a vital role in the way we show up every day, whether in the classroom or on the job, and directly impacts the way we live, learn, and serve.
Get ready to join the conversation about mental health on Bell Let’s Talk Day, January 28!
MENTAL WELLNESS Morning- 10am-11am
With Elder Phillip Gladue and JIBC President and CEO, Dr. Michel Tarko.
This presentation is a collaboration between Resident Elder Phillip Gladue, Métis Nation, and JIBC President & CEO, Dr. Michel Tarko, Métis Nation, and will be facilitated by Jason La Rochelle, Haida Nation, Director of the Office of Indigenization. This one-hour presentation creates space for Elder Phillip Gladue and Dr. Tarko to share their perspectives about mental wellness.
The event is open to staff & students. Try to Join us on the 28th of January from 10AM-11AM
GUIDED MEDITATION 12:00pm-12:30pm
Please join on January 28th from 12:00pm -12:30pm in relaxation and guided meditation led by JIBC staff Susan Forest.
Susan Forest has 20 years study and practice of energy healing and meditation through Training in Power: A Spiritual Journey of Service (now named) Training in Power Academy.
15 years’ + experience as program manager in the Centre of Counselling and Community Safety at the JIBC and 10 years + experience teaching energy healing classes and meditation including offering guided meditation sessions to JIBC staff.
This event is open to staff & students.
MANAGING YOUR MENTAL FITNESS IN A COVID-19 WORLD 02:00pm-03:00pm
With all the change and uncertainty that has come with COVID-19, the line between work and home has become more blurred than ever. On top of regular stressors, changes in work routine and the migration to online environments are just a few things that are causing individuals increased stress and anxiety. This highly interactive presentation focuses on stress, worry and anxiety in the context of COVID-19 and how that may bring challenges to achieving or maintaining a healthy work/life balance.
