About 60 researchers from Delaware State University, the University of Delaware, ChristianaCare, Nemours, and the Medical University of South Carolina participated in a research retreat aimed at creating collaborative community-engaged research to address Delaware’s most pressing behavioral and mental health issues. The keynote speaker was Lt. Gov. Bethany Hall-Long, who provided an overview of the accomplishments and challenges as identified by the State’s Behavioral Health Consortium. Delaware State University President Tony Allen kicked the event off with a welcome address. |
Workshop sessions topics included: Changing Perceptions and Stigmas, Law Enforcement and Corrections, Education and Prevention, as well as Community Engagement