JUNE 23–25
TRAINING, DEVELOPMENT AND NETWORKING FOR WV COMMUNITY LEADERS
WV Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) programs improve crisis response by uniting law enforcement, first responders, and mental health professionals. Join state leaders to learn from experts, explore models, and get program updates. This training and networking event is ideal for policy and decision-makers, as well as leaders in first response and behavioral health.
Join us at
Four Points Sheraton
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER
KEVIN BRIGGS
“Guardian of the Golden Gate”
Kevin Briggs is a trained negotiator and mental health advocate whose story and experiences have been featured in various media outlets, including a TED Talk, The New Yorker, Men’s Health, and People Magazine. His book, “Guardian of the Golden Gate”, was released in July 2015.
A retired sergeant with the California Highway Patrol, Briggs spent many years patrolling the Golden Gate Bridge. Using compassion and listening skills, he helped several hundred individuals choose life. His challenging yet rewarding work earned him the nickname "Guardian of the Golden Gate."