Hip-Hop Saved Us: CAMFT CEUs

This course qualifies for CAMFT CEUs.

Hip-Hop music has become a major influence in the world today, with its impact felt in various aspects of culture, including fashion, film, and technology. Hip-Hop music is a genre of music that originated in African American and Latinx communities in the Bronx, New York City in the 1970s. It is a cultural movement that includes music, dance, art, and fashion, and has since spread globally. It has evolved from its roots in African American culture to encompass a wide range of styles from all over the world. Hip-Hop is characterized by its use of samples, rhythmic beats and spoken word delivery, making it an exciting and unique form of expression for artists to explore. From its social commentary to vibrant soundscapes, hip-hop music continues to be a powerful force in modern culture. This workshop is designed to help understand the history of hip-hop music and understand the multicultural form it has taken.

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Instructor: Qur-an Webb, LMSW

Qur-an Webb, LMSW, is an accomplished professional with over two decades of experience in the social work field. Currently serving as the Director of Operations at Welcome 2 Reality, LLC, Qur-an brings a wealth of expertise to the organization's daily operations. In this pivotal role, he oversees diverse aspects such as training, consultation, and more, contributing significantly to the overall success of Welcome 2 Reality.

Qur-an, alongside his partners, played a key role in the successful passage of Substitute Senate Bill No. 962, Public Act No. 15-94, in Connecticut. This groundbreaking legislation mandates education on the safe use of social media and includes computer programming instruction in the public school system. Additionally, he contributed to the passing of Senate Bill No. 949, Public Act 17-67. As the Connecticut Chapter Lead for Media Literacy Now, Qur-an is actively involved in advancing education around media literacy.

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Other Important Information:

Accommodations: To request additional assistance or accommodations, please contact Brisa Romero, Training Assistant, at [email protected].

Grievances: To obtain the grievance policy or report a grievance please email Ivon Favela, Deputy Director of Training at [email protected]

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 [email protected] prior to the course date. Otherwise, no refunds will be allowed.