Mental Health First Aid Monthly Newsletter

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#BeTheDifference During Back-to-School Season with Youth MHFA   COVID-19 has impacted everyone, including young people. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, young people have faced changes to their routines, breaks in continuity of learning, missed significant life events and more. In addition to these changes, young people are now going back to school. Whether they're attending classes virtually or in-person, their experiences will likely be different because of COVID-19. This change can impact their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. As parents, teachers, caregivers and neighbors, it's vital you have the latest information and resources needed to support young people as they navigate this new normal. That's why this month, we are sharing information on how Youth MHFA can help. Youth MHFA teaches adults who regularly interact with young people how to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health challenges. We've compiled tips and resources from the Youth MHFA Curriculum in this toolkit to help you support youth around you, especially during COVID-19. Check out the graphic and blog posts below for ways you can #BeTheDifference for young people.  We're sharing all of this on social media too -- follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram!     Tips from the Curriculum   #BeTheDifference for Young People with Youth MHFA Youth and young adults face mental health challenges that are unique from adults. Youth MHFA can teach you how to support the young people in your life. Read more.     How Youth MHFA Can Help During and After COVID-19 COVID-19 is impacting people of all ages, including children and youth. Use tips from Youth MHFA to support your child and family during this difficult time. Read more.     How Youth Mental Health First Aid Helps Our Community Grow Stronger Robin S. Smith shares his experience working with young people as a licensed therapist and the positive impact of Youth MHFA. Read more.     ALGEE in the News     Children's Health is offering virtual care services, including MHFA, to support children's mental health. Read more.       Big Bend Community Based Care is hosting MHFA trainings throughout the Florida Panhandle. Read more.       Rider University's Athletics Department became one of the nation's first to train the majority of its staff in MHFA. Read more.       Thank you for choosing to #BeTheDifference, Mental Health First Aid USA     The  National Council for Behavioral Health is the unifying voice of America’s health care organizations that deliver mental health and addictions treatment and services. Together with our 3,326 member organizations serving over 10 million adults, children and families living with mental illnesses and addictions, the National Council is committed to all Americans having access to comprehensive, high-quality care that affords every opportunity for recovery. The National Council introduced  Mental Health First Aid USA  and 2 million Americans have been trained. For more information, please visit  www.TheNationalCouncil.org.

Outdoor concerts, a innovative exhibition, and all that's new at NOMA

 

   

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

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In Jamilah Sabur’s video installation Un chemin escarpé / A steep path, the artist embodies a shape-shifting figure that communes with sites in the Caribbean to reimagine the surrounding landscape. 

MENDING THE SKY OPENS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10

This fall the New Orleans Museum of Art will present Mending the Sky, the museum’s first major exhibition following the months-long shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On view October 10, 2020, through January 31, 2021, the exhibition will bring together eleven artists’ projects that respond to a world turned upside down. 

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CONTACTLESS TICKETING

Prepaid, contactless ticketing is encouraged for museum visits: Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Wednesdays remain free for Louisiana residents courtesy of The Helis Foundation. 

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ODYSSEY 2020

Limited tickets remain for three nights of themed music, food, and art tours—with safety in mind—for a modified version of our annual fundraising gala.*

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* NOMA will adhere to all local and state mandates. In the event of a resurgence of COVID-19 in the late fall, NOMA will make every effort to reschedule Odyssey dates. In the case that we are unable to reschedule, your ticket purchase will be considered a 100% tax-deductible donation to NOMA. Tickets are nonrefundable.

SCULPTURE GARDEN CONCERT SERIES

NOMA's Music in the Garden series continues Friday, October 16, at 6 pm with Ashlin Parker. An optional box meal from Café NOMA may be purchased prior to the concert date.

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IN THE NEWS

Decorative Arts Curator Mel Buchanan shared the story behind Roberto Lugo's newly installed "Stunting" Garniture Set for a news feature on WGNO-TV.

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AGENDA FOR CHANGE 

NOMA recognizes the legitimate issues in front of us and embraces the responsibility to address them. Read about our progress in our Agenda for Change.

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YOUTUBE VIDEO

Learn more about how designer Geoffrey Mann used sound recordings of music and conversation on Frenchmen Street to create a commissioned cocktail set for NOMA.    

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COMMUNITY SKETCHBOOK

Reflect and create with us through weekly sketchbook prompts inspired by works in NOMA's permanent collection. All ages, experience levels, and art-making mediums are welcome.    

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MUSICIANS FROM HOME 

NOMA presents a series of virtual concerts by music’s best and brightest performing from their homes. Take in a duet performance by Cindy Scott and Brian Seeger.

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MEMBERSHIP

Did you know you can now get all the perks of membership starting at $14 a month? New payment options are available.

JOIN TODAY

SHOP NOMA

From accessories and home decor to catalogs, books, and children's items, discover one-of-a-kind buys online or on-site at the Museum Shop.

SHOP NOW

NOMA is committed to uniting, inspiring, and engaging diverse communities and cultures through the arts—now more than ever. Your gift will make a direct and immediate impact as NOMA welcomes our community back to the museum and sculpture garden, plans new exhibitions, and develops virtual and at-home arts education resources for our school partners. Make a donation online. 

We welcome your feedback. Please contact us at info@noma.org or by calling 504-658-4220.

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Jamilah Sabur, Un chemin escarpé / A steep path, 2018, Five-channel video, Installation from the Hammer Museum, Color, sound, 10:27 min (Edition 1/2), Museum purchase, Carmen Donaldson Fund, Courtesy of the Artist and Nina Johnson, Miami. Photo by Jeff McLane © Jamilah Sabur, 2019.35

Portrait of Ashlin Parker

Roberto Lugo (American, b. 1981), "Stunting" Garniture Set, Vessels: Porcelain, china paint, and luster glaze; Tank: Porcelain, glaze, gun parts; Columns: Earthenware, paint, and plastic, Height: 51 in., Museum purchase, William McDonald Boles and Eva Carol Boles Fund, Photo courtesy of the Artist and Wexler Gallery

Scenic view of the Besthoff Sculpture Garden which includes Pablo Casals' Obelisk by Arman (Armand Pierre Fernandez) and Las Mesas Bench by Jesús Moroles. 

Video still from footage of a brass band on Frenchmen Street from an interview between designer Geoffrey Mann and NOMA Curator Mel Buchanan 

Gordon Parks, Untitled, Miami, Florida, 1966, printed later, Gelatin silver print, Gift of the Gordon Parks Foundation, 2018.36

Portrait of Cindy Scott and Brian Seeger 

Larry Bell (American, b. 1939),Pacific Red (VI), 2016 – 2017, Glass, Gift of Sydney and Walda Besthoff, Installation funded by Cathy and Morris Bart, 2019.1

The Great Hall at the New Orleans Museum of Art

Little Artist Board Book Collection 

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NOMA is committed to preserving, interpreting, and enriching its collections and renowned sculpture garden; offering innovative experiences for learning and interpretation; and uniting, inspiring, and engaging diverse communities and cultures.

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