Credentialed media are invited to attend the “Stronger Together Conference” on Sept. 20, 2025, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The conference is an interactive experience centered on cultural connection, creative expression and community care. It is designed to offer culturally competent and trauma-informed resources to support wellness for Black youth and young adults.
The conference will highlight NCDHHS’ Black Youth Suicide Prevention Action Plan, which was developed in response to a sharp increase nationally in suicide rates among young Black males. The plan outlines specific initiatives to be implemented over the next five years aimed at reducing injury and death by suicide among Black youth and young adults. Kelly Crosbie, Director of the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Use Services at NCDHHS, will participate in the opening session and will be available to speak to interested media following her remarks.
WHAT: Stronger Together Conference
WHEN: Sept. 20, 2025,
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Opening Session: 10 a.m.
WHERE: Rocky Mount Event Center
285 NE Main St
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
MEDIA: Credentialed media interested in attending the conference and speaking with Director Crosbie can RSVP to news@dhhs.nc.gov.