Dismantling Historical Myths about Black Women (MABW Series): CAMFT CEUs

This course qualifies for CAMFT CEUs.

The Misconceptions of the Angry Black Woman (MABW) training series is an engaging and thought-provoking exploration of the stereotypes and realities surrounding the Angry Black Woman narrative. This training series seeks to unpack the historical roots, societal impact, and contemporary implications of this harmful stereotype, while fostering understanding, empathy, and allyship among participants.

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Part 1

Dismantling Historical Myths about Black Women

In this part, participants will be provided the understanding the historical context of systemic racism and oppression faced by Black and Brown women. Recognition of key historical periods that contributed to the perpetuation of the Angry Black Woman stereotype with the insight into the role of media in shaping and reinforcing negative stereotypes.

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Each training session will include:  

Engagement - Incorporating interactive elements such as discussions, case studies, and role-playing to engage participants actively.

Resources - Welcome 2 Reality will provide additional reading materials, resources, and support options related to each part of the series.

Follow up - Welcome 2 Reality will assign optional subgroups at the onset of the series to encourage participants to reflect on what they’ve learned after each session and discuss ways they can apply it to their personal and professional lives.

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Instructor: Shauna Figeuroa, LCSW

Shauna L. Figueroa is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW) with extensive experience in social services and behavioral health. Currently serving as VP of Housing Services at Friendship Place in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area, she brings over 15 years of expertise in social work and leadership.

Her professional journey includes roles as a Behavioral Health Operations Manager at Kaiser Permanente and a long tenure with the State of Connecticut's Department of Children and Families. Shauna also contributes to education as a Field Placement Supervisor at Sacred Heart University's School of Social Work and previously served as an Adjunct Professor at Post University.

She holds a Master of Social Work from Springfield College and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Psychology from Post University. Her expertise spans clinical research and community outreach, reflecting her commitment to both individual care and broader social impact.

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CAMFT Information: 

California Alliance of Child and Family Services (CACFS) is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs (Provider #1000075 ). This course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. CACFS maintains responsibility for the program and all of its content.

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Other Important Information:

Accommodations: To request additional assistance or accommodations, please contact Brisa Romero, Training Assistant, at bromero@catalyst-center.org.

Grievances: To obtain the grievance policy or report a grievance please email Ivon Favela, Deputy Director of Training at ifavela@catalyst-center.org

CE Certificates: Upon course survey completion, participants will be awarded CE certificates.

Refund/Cancelation Policy: All requests for cancellation and refunds must be submitted in writing to bromero@catalyst-center.org prior to the course date. Otherwise, no refunds will be allowed.