
Event Calendar
Upcoming Events
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.

Virtual Reentry Support Group
Join us every Thursday from 7:00–8:00 PM on Zoom for a safe, welcoming space where individuals navigating reentry can connect, share, and support one another. Whether you’re recently home or have been rebuilding for a while, this group offers community, encouragement, and practical resources to help you on your journey. You don’t have to walk this path alone — we’re stronger together.

Soul Shop Suicide Intervention Training for Black Churches
Join us for a free one-day 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩 workshop designed to equip black faith community leaders with the skills and resources necessary to minister effectively to individuals impacted by suicide. Participants will learn how to create worship resources, train congregation members in suicide awareness and basic conversation skills and extend invitations to those who have experienced suicidal thoughts to share their stories. The workshop will engage participants in exploring how to cultivate a soul-safe culture within their congregations. 8 contact hours will be awarded to attendees and lunch will be provided.
Free registration available now at: TinyURL.com/SoulShopCanton

Emerging Substances, Harm Reduction, and Patient-Centered Care (Copy) (Copy)
This three-part webinar series will explore emerging substances, harm reduction and subsequent medical co-morbidities seen in WNC. Topics will include xylazine and other novel potent opioids, co-occurring diseases such as HCV, wound care, and harm reduction approaches.

Manual Event for Justice-Impacted Boys
A free event for justice-impacted boys in middle & high school with breakout sessions, spoken word, rap, catered food, and community building.
MAHEC Continuing Education Building
121 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
Brought to you by:
Operation Gateway
The SPARC Foundation
YTL Training Program
KL Training Solutions
Asheville Peak Academy
Christine W. Avery Learning Center
Umoja Health, Wellness, and Justice Collective
My Daddy Taught Me That
The SPARC Foundation
Asheville Buncombe Institute of Parity Achievement (ABIPA)
МАНЕС
Slay the Mic
Register at: TinyURL.com/ManualEventRegistration
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.

Reentry Roundtable
Symposium Overview
The upcoming symposium is focused on reentry and community reintegration, with a strong emphasis on the impact of incarceration on children and families. It will bring together service providers, advocates, and individuals with lived experience to share insights, highlight challenges, and explore solutions that support successful reentry.
Key elements of the event include:
A keynote address setting the tone for reentry-focused dialogue.
A Policy & Advocacy Session centered on child well-being and debt relief.
A panel discussion featuring both professionals and those recently released from incarceration.
Breakout sessions to encourage in-depth conversations and engagement among attendees.
The symposium is designed to foster inclusive, action-oriented discussions that promote better outcomes for justice-involved individuals and their families.

Virtual Reentry Support Group
Join us every Thursday from 7:00–8:00 PM on Zoom for a safe, welcoming space where individuals navigating reentry can connect, share, and support one another. Whether you’re recently home or have been rebuilding for a while, this group offers community, encouragement, and practical resources to help you on your journey. You don’t have to walk this path alone — we’re stronger together.
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.

NRWC Conference 2025
The NRWC Annual Conference is more than an event—it’s a space to connect, collaborate, and elevate the reentry workforce field to drive meaningful change. Join reentry workforce stakeholders and businesses from across the country for dynamic learning and networking opportunities that explore leading practices, sharpen skills, and build strategic connections that last beyond the conference. No matter your role within the reentry workforce ecosystem, this convening is for you.

Virtual Reentry Support Group
Join us every Thursday from 7:00–8:00 PM on Zoom for a safe, welcoming space where individuals navigating reentry can connect, share, and support one another. Whether you’re recently home or have been rebuilding for a while, this group offers community, encouragement, and practical resources to help you on your journey. You don’t have to walk this path alone — we’re stronger together.

Community Baby Shower
Join us for food, fun, games, prizes, and tons of community resources!
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.

Emerging Substances, Harm Reduction, and Patient-Centered Care (Copy)
This three-part webinar series will explore emerging substances, harm reduction and subsequent medical co-morbidities seen in WNC. Topics will include xylazine and other novel potent opioids, co-occurring diseases such as HCV, wound care, and harm reduction approaches.

Virtual Reentry Support Group
Join us every Thursday from 7:00–8:00 PM on Zoom for a safe, welcoming space where individuals navigating reentry can connect, share, and support one another. Whether you’re recently home or have been rebuilding for a while, this group offers community, encouragement, and practical resources to help you on your journey. You don’t have to walk this path alone — we’re stronger together.

Free Health Clinic
Join us for a free medical, dental & vision care at the Harrah Cherokee Convention Center in Asheville. There will be free plant-based meals, lifestyle and legal counseling, mental health, chaplaincy, haircuts and more! There is also a Spiritual Wellness seminar called “Hope through the Storm” from 7-8 pm.
ALL SERVICES ARE 100% Free!
Black Men Mental Health Support Group (Copy) (Copy)
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.

Forensic Peer Support Training
Forensic Peer Support (FPS) Training teaches people with lived experience in mental health, substance use, and the justice system how to support others going through similar challenges. It covers using personal experience to inspire hope, understanding criminal justice processes, practicing trauma-informed care, maintaining boundaries, advocating for others, and managing self-care. Trained forensic peer supporters often work in jails, courts, reentry programs, and mental health settings to help people rebuild their lives and stay out of the system.
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.

Community Mental Health ADvocate Training
The Confess Project of America is a national organization that fosters mental health advocacy in marginal and underrepresented communities. We started by empowering frontline workers, barbers and grooming professionals to be mental health gatekeepers. Today our groundbreaking mental health curriculum evaluated by Harvard University has impacted millions across the United States. With 1 in 5 people in the U.S affected by mental illness, there's never been a more urgent moment for mental health advocacy. TCPA's programming specifically focuses on underserved communities who have far too long borne the brunt and weight of trauma, alone. Our team brings over 60 years collective experience in fields ranging from social work to behavioral health to therapy to develop programs for those who have the greatest stake in the issue. Hoping to reach as many advocates as possible, we see our programs as part of a wider movement to solve mental health disparities in underserved communities for now, and for generations to come.

Emerging Substances, Harm Reduction, and Patient-Centered Care
This three-part webinar series will explore emerging substances, harm reduction and subsequent medical co-morbidities seen in WNC. Topics will include xylazine and other novel potent opioids, co-occurring diseases such as HCV, wound care, and harm reduction approaches.

Workforce 'Wellshop'
Wellness Workshop for ANYONE working in addiction and recovery services.
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.
Black Men Mental Health Support Group
Starting Tuesday, May 6th at 1:00 pm this support group will reoccur every Tuesday. Please meet at the Wesley Grant Center - 285 Livingston Street Asheville, NC, 28801.
A Black men's mental health support group would be a safe, affirming space where Black men gather to openly discuss their mental health challenges, life experiences, and healing journeys. The environment would prioritize trust, confidentiality, cultural understanding, and nonjudgmental support. Group sessions might include open discussions, guided reflections, education about mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, trauma), and practical strategies for coping and self-care. It would also address unique stressors like racism, identity struggles, societal expectations, and generational trauma. Facilitators — our Chaplain on the team, Mike Hall will foster brotherhood, resilience, empowerment, and emotional growth among participants.

Second Change Advocacy Day 2025
Join us for Second Chance Advocacy Day in Raleigh NC on May 6th 2025.
Join Us for Second Chance Advocacy Day – May 6th in Raleigh, NC!
Are you passionate about criminal justice reform and second chances? Join us on May 6th for Second Chance Advocacy Day, a powerful day of action in Raleigh, NC, where change agents like YOU will advocate for policies that support individuals impacted by the justice system.
This is your chance to make your voice heard! We’ll be boarding the bus early in the morning to head to the Capitol, where we’ll meet with legislators, share stories, and push for meaningful reforms that remove barriers for returning citizens.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stand up, speak out, and be part of the movement for second chances. Sign up today and let’s make an impact together!
#SecondChanceAdvocacy #JusticeReform #YourVoiceMatters
Virtual Reentry Support Group
Laptops will be provided for returning citizens who do not have one.

Veterans Stand Down
Available Resources:
Medicaid Enrollments
Health Screenings
Mental Health Services
Employment Assistance
Housing / Shelter Assistance
Peer Support
Veterans’ Benefits Assistance
Gear Distribution
Haircuts
Training Opportunities
Crisis & Recovery Services
Lunch Provided
*Veterans will need to present proof of Veteran Status: DD-214, Veteran ID, or VA Verified on Site.
1526 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

Breaking Barriers for the Forgotten While Bringing Them to the Table of Hope: A Re-entry Symposium
Please join us in breaking barriers on the road to recovery, reentry into society, and return to the workforce!

415 Advocacy Day
Often people do not pay court fines and fees because they cannot afford it. In NC advocates successfully advocated for the adoption of both a rule (Rule 28 in the General Rules of Practice for Superior and District Courts) and a form (AOC-CR-415) that creates an avenue for individuals who cannot afford to pay court fines and fees to ask the court to consider their financial hardship and waive unaffordable fees, a step towards addressing the criminalization of poverty. 415 day is intended to bring awareness to the AOC-CR-415 form in North Carolina and the importance of the ability to pay assessments in court proceedings. Advocates will file more than 415 of these motions on behalf of indigent community members across the state of North Carolina through community outreach efforts, providing assistance with completing the form, court filings, and hearing representation. The coordinators will track all filings across the four target counties (Buncombe, Guilford, Pitt, Wake) to ensure accurate data collection of impact and outcomes.
