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Committee previews AHEAD conference outreach and possible Jerry Teo workshop

Merced County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services Cultural Humility, Health Equity & Social Justice Committee · July 23, 2026

Summary

Members discussed advancing equity efforts and plans to invite speaker Jerry Teo for a two‑day workshop focused on strengthening families and serving diverse communities as part of AHEAD conference outreach.

Sharon Jones outlined the county’s continuing initiative to advance equity through outreach tied to the AHEAD conference. She said staff have discussed outreach with Kaliya Yang and planned contact with Jerry Teo to explore a two‑day workshop or keynote focused on strengthening families and working with diverse communities.

Members discussed the potential for an inspirational speech plus practical workshops to support local providers and families. Staff were asked to pursue arrangements and report back with logistics and budget implications.

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