Centered Healing: Supporting and Empowering Black Youth (November 19, 2024)
- November 19, 2024
- Last Updated: November 10, 2025
On November 19, 2024, the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Greater Cleveland Chapter (NCBW-GCC) Education Committee hosted “Centered Healing: Supporting and Empowering Black Youth” — a vital virtual discussion on the impact of racialized trauma on the mental, emotional, academic, and spiritual well-being of young people.
Led by Habeebah Rasheed Grimes, MA, M.Ed., Psy.S., CEO of the Positive Education Program (PEP), the session explored how trauma-informed practices can reshape relationships, classrooms, and communities to better support Black youth. Grimes emphasized the core principles of safety, trust, cultural awareness, empowerment, and mutual respect — outlining how these approaches create environments where youth feel seen, valued, and secure in their healing journey.
Participants learned strategies for identifying signs of distress, promoting resilience, and centering compassion over correction in learning and care settings. The discussion also underscored the importance of self-care for caregivers and educators as part of the broader healing process.
Through this program, NCBW-GCC reaffirmed its commitment to advancing equity, fostering healing-centered engagement, and empowering the next generation of leaders through education, awareness, and advocacy.
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