In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association has developed a slate of programming promoting Self-Care. We are happy to provide this event to our members and also to members of the general public who would like to participate in this special program. It is our intention to provide daily alternatives of mindfulness and mental health breaks in a fun an engaging curriculum. Earn points with the participation and completion of each event. Our goal is to raise awareness of mental health and provide resources in a manner that is educational and creative.  

Thursday - Mental Health Awareness Panel Discussion

As busy professionals, we sometimes are so engrossed with taking care of others that we neglect to take care of ourselves. Oftentimes, we are quick to assess the status of our friends and loved ones without asking the same questions of ourselves. In an effort to address these issues and to stimulate conversations around self-care, Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. Bar Association has put together a panel discussion on navigating the waters of mental health while dealing with the stresses of everyday life. Our panel discussion will feature mental health specialists and legal professionals who will steer us on the pathway of self-healing and the use of community-based advocate resources. In order to receive 10 points, participants must attend the panel discussion.

May 19, 2022 at 6:00pm Zoom Meeting ID: 821 0022 0650 : Passcode: 382981

At the end of the week, the persons who accumulate the most points will receive a prize intended to promote mental health and wellness. There will be a first, second and third place winners. We encourage you to participate in our daily challenges, and ask that you use the hashtags: #WilkieWellnessWeek, #WellLawyer and #flayld when you share your stories on social media. We would like for this conversation to trend online so that we can shed light on this important issue.