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Korean-American Youth Behavioral Health Strengthening Forum

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Join us for the Korean-American Youth Behavioral Health Strengthening Forum, a groundbreaking event aimed at addressing the mental health challenges faced by Korean-American youth in Metro Atlanta, Georgia. This forum will provide a platform for open discussions, sharing experiences, and fostering a supportive community.

During this in-person event, we will explore various topics related to mental health, including stress management, cultural identity, and building resilience. Engage in interactive workshops, listen to inspiring speakers, and connect with professionals in the field.

Whether you are a student, parent, educator, or community member, this forum is for you. Let's come together to empower our Korean-American youth and create a supportive environment for their mental well-being.

Date & Time: Saturday, October 28 · 9:15 am - 2:30 pm EDT

Location: UGA Gwinnett Campus, 2530 Sever Road Northwest Lawrenceville, GA 30043

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Featured Guests & Panelists

Meet our experts and leaders who will join us to raise awareness and support Korean-American youth navigating crisis within immigrant families.

Featured

Seok In Nam, PhD

Professor of School of Social Welfare at Yonsei University

Jae Won Kim, MSW, LCSW

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LAC DMH)

Katie Koo, PhD

Professor in the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services in University of Georgia

Joseph Pak, PhD, LCSW

Professional School Counselor at Forsyth County Schools in Georgia

Julia Eunhwa Lee, LPC, NCC, CAMS-II, CAC-CIT

Research Institute of Counseling and Education (R.I.C.E.)

Haein Son, LCSW-R, CASAC-Master

Director of External Review at the New York City Children’s Center. (Joining remotely)

Sung Seek Moon, PhD, MSW, MACE, MDIV

Professor at the Garland School of Social Work at Baylor University

Philip Hong, PhD, LCSW

Dean, School of Social Work at UGA

Martin Kagel, PhD

Associate Provost for Global Engagement at UGA

Timothy Yang, PhD

Director of Center for Asian Studies at UGA

Jamie Doh, MBA

Executive Director of Cross Connection International

Moderator :

Seok In Nam, PhD - Professor of School of Social Welfare at Yonsei University.

Keynote Speaker :

Jae Won Kim, MSW, LCSW - Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LAC DMH) .

Panelists:

Katie Koo, PhD - professor in the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services in University of Georgia
Joseph Pak, PhD, LCSW - Professional School Counselor at Forsyth County Schools in Georgia
Julia Eunhwa Lee, LPC, NCC, CAMS-II, CAC-CIT, Research Institute of Counseling and Education (R.I.C.E.)
Haein Son, LCSW-R, CASAC-Master - Director of External Review at the New York City Children’s Center. (Joining remotely)
Sung Seek Moon, PhD, MSW, MACE, MDIV - Professor at the Garland School of Social Work at Baylor University

Welcome message by:

Philip Hong, PhD, LCSW - Dean, School of Social Work at UGA
Martin Kagel, PhD - Associate Provost for Global Engagement at UGA
Timothy Yang, PhD - Director of Center for Asian Studies at UGA
Jamie Doh, MBA - Executive Director of Cross Connection International

Forum Schedule

9:30-9:40 Welcome message & Greetings

Dean of School of Social Work at UGA - Philip Hong, PhD, LCSW
Associate Provost for Global Engagement at UGA- Martin Kagel, PhD
/ Director of Center for Asian Studies at UGA - Timothy Yang, PhD
Founder/Executive Director of Cross Connection International - Jamie Doh, MBA

9:40-10:40 Keynote Speaker: Jae Won Kim

10:40-10:50 Break

10:50-12:00 Panel Discussion (Moderator: Seok In Nam, PhD)

12:00-12:30 Q & A

12:30-1:00 Lunch Break

1:00-2:30 Work Shop with Jae Won Kim, MSW, LCSW

The forum is brought to you by

School of Social Work, University of Georgia | Center for Asian Studies, University of Georgia | Cross Connection International | Korean American Social Work Educators Association

Join the forum and mission to make positive changes for Korean-American Young Adult Community