Archive for November, 2011

QYAB will begin interviews shortly, apply now!

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Are you interested in working in schools? With LGBT youth? Want to get more involved than you already are? Would you like to be part of something great? Why not apply to be a part of the Queer Youth Advisory Board (or QYAB)? MSSC is now accepting applications to be a part of the leadership board which drives the work of the Mississippi Safe Schools Coalition.

Why should you apply? By joining QYAB you will gain valuable leadership experience, learn new skills, and have access to travel opportunities. At the moment MSSC is applying for its own 501c3 which means if you get on QYAB you will a board member for a nonprofit!

Click here to fill out your application today.

PRIORITY DEADLINE: November 20, 2011

Applications turned in before the priority deadline will be considered first. While we will accept applications after this date, they may not be considered for this year’s application process.

For more information on the current QYAB check out our Leadership page.

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MSSC & USM’s Gay Straight Alliance present to Mississippi Department of Human Services

Saturday, November 19th, 2011

On November 9th, MSSC was asked to help co-present to the Mississippi Department of Human Services in partnership with The University of Southern Mississippi’s Gay/Straight Alliance, who coordinated the event. Anna of MSSC, Matthew of MSSC and USM’s GSA, and Daniel Cook of USM’s GSA presented at what became a mandatory meeting for social workers working in the DHS’s Gulfport office. Overall, Cook said it was a successful event particularly since the group was immediately asked back to do further trainings with other agencies in the area. To view a PDF version of their 30 minute presentation click to the left.

Additional materials presented to the social workers and case workers included the following materials from OutHealth.net:

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USM GSA hosts 4th annual Halloween Party

Monday, November 7th, 2011

20111031-152024.jpgMany folks celebrate Halloween in a number of ways. In Hattiesburg the University of Southern Mississippi’s Gay Straight Alliance hosts an annual house party for its members and friends. The tradition continued this year with costumes and decorations a plenty. Event organizer Daniel Cook said, “[The party] was a great bonding experience with people that I don’t get to see outside of the meetings.”

While GSAs can play many functions, social events like parties or dances can give GSA members a chance to get to know each other better. Does your group host social events?

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MSSC is now accepting applications to QYAB online!

Thursday, November 3rd, 2011

Are you interested in working in schools? With LGBT youth? Want to get more involved than you already are? Would you like to be part of something great? Why not apply to be a part of the Queer Youth Advisory Board (or QYAB)? MSSC is now accepting applications to be a part of the leadership board which drives the work of the Mississippi Safe Schools Coalition.

Why should you apply? By joining QYAB you will gain valuable leadership experience, learn new skills, and have access to travel opportunities. At the moment MSSC is applying for its own 501c3 which means if you get on QYAB you will a board member for a nonprofit!

Click here to fill out your application today.

PRIORITY DEADLINE: November 20, 2011

Applications turned in before the priority deadline will be considered first. While we will accept applications after this date, they may not be considered for this year’s application process.

For more information on the current QYAB check out our Leadership page.

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MSSC to present at LGBTQI2-S conference aimed at “Dispelling Myths, Creating Safe Environments”

Tuesday, November 1st, 2011

This year MSSC has been asked to conduct workshops on LGBT Youth in Mississippi at numerous conferences  across the state. Tuesday November 8th, MSSC will be participating in the The Mississippi Transitional Outreach Project’s “Integrity in Services and Supports for LGBTQI2-S Youth: Dispelling Myths, Creating Safe Environments” conference in Jackson, MS. Some of the topics to be discussed include: LGBT Competency for Service Providers, Long Term Implications of Being a Gay Foster Youth, LGBT Wellness and Accessing Services and Supports in Mississippi. MSSC will be presenting on LGBT youth in schools specifically bullying and creating safer spaces on campuses.

From the Mississippi Department of Mental Health:

November 7-8, 2011
Jackson, MS
Integrity in Services & Supports for LGBTQ12-S Youth: Dispelling Myths, Creating Safe Environments

CE: This training has been awarded 10.0 hours for the following disciplines: Mental Health Therapist (DMH), Licensed DMH Administrator (DMH), Case Management Professional (DMH), Addiction Counselor (DMH), Social Worker (NASW), which includes 10.0 hours of SW Diversity and 1.0 hour of SW Ethics, Counselor/LPC (NBCC), Alcohol & Drug Counselor (NAADAC), and Psychologist (APA).

Planning Forms have been submitted for the review for Nurse (MS Foundation) & University CEUs (JSU).
Registration Contact: Jackie Chatmon (601.359.6216) or click here
Continuing Education Contact: DMH, Division of Professional Development 601.359.1288
Click here to download the flyer for the training workshop.

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