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The Congresswoman Eddie B. Johnson Social Work for Military Personnel and Families Basic & Advanced Outreach Essentials

Key Aspects of the Experience and Legacy:

Mental Health Services Act Application: Applying principles from child/family mental health legislation to military children and spouses.

Resilience & Outreach: Moving beyond reactive care to proactive community engagement.

Legislative Advocacy: Utilizing the legislative process to secure resources, drawing on the Congresswoman's work in science and technology policy.

Utilizing Churches: Offering pastors and churches the opportunity to become a “collaborative beacon of hope” for military personnel need assistance.

This course, deeply inspired by the remarkable legacy of Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson—a devoted psychiatric nurse and a tireless advocate for change—aims to empower social workers with vital outreach strategies designed to support military personnel, veterans, and their families. Dr. Johnson passionately carries forward the mission of the late Congresswoman, aligning his outreach efforts with her military advisory committee and serving the Dallas community as a Congressional Troubleshooter devoted to uplifting those who are often marginalized in District 30.

This program equips professionals with evidence-based strategies to support SMVF by bridging the gap between clinical needs and community resources. Participants will learn to navigate military culture, deploy trauma-informed care, and utilize community partnerships—specifically churches—to provide safe spaces for reintegration, mental health support, and family assistance.

This course offers a detailed exploration of Eddie Bernice Johnson's advocacy for mental health services, specifically for those who serve. Focus on psychosocial assessments, military culture competency, and reducing stigma for help-seeking behavior. Implementing effective outreach strategies to identify military families in need, focusing on community resilience and connecting families with available mental health resources.

Core Classes

Management in Diverse Populations
Life Before, During and After Service
Active / Reserve Military Lifestyle Analysis
Moral Injury
Building Relationships Through Shared Experiences
Churches Supporting Military Personnel and Their Families

And more!