“Roots of Resilience: Black History and the Foundations of Peer Support”- February 2025 Community of Practice
February 2025 CPS & CPPS Community of Practice
“Roots of Resilience: Black History and the Foundations of Peer Support”
with Dominique Christian
Thursday, February 20th, 2025 from 1:30 – 3:00 pm CT
Facilitator:
- Dominique Christian
Dominique Q. Christian is a passionate wellness advocate, peer support professional, and educator dedicated to empowering historically marginalized communities. With over a decade of experience in mental health, substance use recovery, and peer support, Dominique has cultivated a career centered on uplifting others through culturally responsive care and a deep understanding of systemic challenges.
As the founder of Sondercove Wellness, Dominique blends lived experience with professional expertise to create transformative training programs, guide providers in their practice, and offer strength-based support to individuals and families navigating complex systems. A proud member of the National Association of Black Social Workers and an advocate for intersectional equity, Dominique brings a unique perspective to every initiative, weaving together historical context, personal growth, and community resilience.
Through their work, Dominique honors the legacy of care exemplified by Black leaders and communities throughout history, particularly the principles of othermothering and collective care. Their training sessions emphasize cultural humility, empowerment, and the critical role of peer support in fostering healing and autonomy.
Whether speaking at professional development workshops or facilitating conversations around racial equity and wellness, Dominique’s goal is clear: to inspire and equip others to build a more compassionate, inclusive, and just world.
Description:
In honor of Black History Month and the enduring legacy of resilience and collective care, let us carry forward the lessons of history into our work today. Peer support has been an essential practice within Black communities for over 400 years, rooted in collective care, resilience, and mutual empowerment. This transformative training explores the deep historical connections between Black history and peer support work, highlighting the practice of “othermothering” during the Civil Rights Movement and its lasting impact on community care. Participants will uncover the ways peer support has helped individuals navigate crises, dismantle systemic barriers, and build intergenerational resilience.
Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, this training honors the legacy of peer support as a tool for resistance and healing, empowering attendees to integrate these principles into their professional practice. Join us to deepen your understanding of culturally responsive care and celebrate the enduring power of collective support in Black communities.
Feedback Survey/CEH Information:
We invite you to please fill out the evaluation survey link (click here) if you attended this community of practice gathering or if you watch the recording. The survey will close at 4:30pm on Thursday, March 6th. Certificates of Participation will be sent to those completing the evaluation form by 4:30pm on March 13th, 2025. No evaluation surveys will be accepted for CEH credit after the evaluation survey’s closing date/time.
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