Clinical psychologist Dr. Monique Swift offers deeper insights through a lens of cultural humility for practitioners working with Black clients and organizations serving the Black community. Participants will be equipped to better understand the historical context behind the present day psychological condition of Black people, review a model and operationalize key components of resilience, and describe a key construct, overlooked in mainstream psychology, pertinent to resilience in Black people. We will also learn a 3-pronged approach for strengthening resilience in Black people impacted by internalized racism/white supremacy. *This webinar meets the *NEW* Maryland Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice content requirement for Social Workers. This webinar is live, real-time and interactive. Participants will earn 3 CE Credits – Cultural Competence.*

This course explores the complex nature of consciousness through a culturally informed lens. Participants will join Rev. Dr. Karen Herrick will define and examine the Boggle Threshold, a cognitive concept influencing openness to new ideas, considering the role of cultural beliefs in shaping these responses. By analyzing Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) from diverse cultural perspectives, students will investigate the universal and culturally specific aspects of consciousness. Finally, the course will delve into evidence for consciousness and memory beyond the physical body, incorporating an exploration of cultural beliefs and practices related to death and the afterlife. *This webinar is live, real-time and interactive. Participants will earn 3 CE Credits – Cultural Competence.*