23 - 26 May, 2024, New York

Mental Health Conference: A forum to share experiences, learn from experts, empower and borrow from best practices.

2024 Spotlight is on Cultural Competence and Community Strengths in Mental Health Intervention

“There is no health without mental health.” – WHO
The world is currently witnessing an unprecedented rise in mental health cases

Join Echoes Africa Initiatives from May 23– 26, 2024
At Baymont by Wyndham Hotel, Elmsford, New York

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Just A Few Words

Why We Care

We care because we believe that all humans are created equal and should have enabling environment to thrive, whatever their challenge in life is. We do our part by creating awareness about the struggles people grapple with everyday and educate the public on the roles we all have to play to make life better for the vulnerable.

Where

Baymont by Wyndham Hotel,
540 Saw Mill River Rd.,
Elmsford, NY 10523

When

May 23 – 26, 2024 Thursday to Sunday

You may find that making a difference for others, makes a big difference in you.

-Brian Williams

Why You Should Care

All humans are one way or the other, interconnected and as a result, what impacts the next person, invariably affects us. The more we learn and be informed about what people have to grapple with, the better our world will be.

You do not have to have mental health issues or be related to someone who does to want to be educated about it.

How do you perceive and treat people with mental health challenges?

How do you react to someone with mental illness?

Do you know that your reaction may make the situation worse for that person who is in dire need of your support?

The more you know, the better equipped you are to handle unexpected situations.

A Few Words

About The Event Organizer

Echoes Africa Initiatives is a 501(c)3 Not-for-Profit Organization dedicated to bringing an end to social injustice for marginalized communities, addressing mental health and giving the underserved a voice through our media platforms, championing their cause, equipping them with the necessary information, education, and empowerment with which they can navigate their peculiar situations.

We engage our vulnerable population, identify and address challenges that adversely impact their ability to live quality life, and advocate for them. We design and implement projects targeted at enlightening and keeping them informed while intervening directly by creating opportunities for empowerment through which they can successfully overcome their challenges.

Where We Are Headed

We have a mission to end social injustice for marginalized communities, address mental health, and provide platforms for their stories to be told thereby fostering understanding and creating a sense of urgency about their situation. We make direct impact by connecting the population we serve to resources and empower the most vulnerable in the bid to drive change and advance equity through various media platforms.

Vision

A world of equity where marginalized groups are not left behind.
Our Core Values
Social Impact. Build a community. Drive Change. Good Stewardship. Excellence.
For more details, please visit our website: Echoes Africa Initiatives – Echoes Africa Initiatives

Host Community

Westchester County is situated in the Hudson Valley area which is north of New York City. This beautiful County is popular for its first-class public schools, and a high quality of life. Westchester is also known for its intellectual capital, with highly educated human resource, Fortune 500 companies, top-notch universities and colleges, Fortune 500 companies, state-of-the-art research centers, outstanding not-for-profits, and a county government that is unrivaled. Westchester is arguably New York state’s best.

The Town of Greenburgh is in the western part of Westchester County with a population of 95,397 per 2020 census. Incorporated in 1870, the town is well known as a melting pot of all people due to its rich diversity. Villages in the Town of Greenburgh include the Village of Ardsley, Village of Dobbs Ferry, Village of Elmsford, Village of Hastings-on-Hudson, Village of Irvington, and the Village of Tarrytown. Greenburgh was named the 8th best place in the northeast by MONEY earlier in 2023. Factors considered among others are affordability, the local housing market, neighborhood diversity, the quality of public schools and walkability. The Town of Greenburgh is one of the friendliest and most diversified places in New York.

The Village of Elmsford is the hidden treasure of Westchester- arguably one of the best counties in the United States. The family-friendly community is part of the New York metropolitan area. Elmsford residents are one of the friendliest and most caring people you’ll ever meet and the best Mayor, too! This serene village is strategically located in the town of Greenburgh.