Hi, beloved community! Accompaniment teams are a crucial aspect of our cohort trips. These teams of two, composed of a Black mental health practitioner and mentor with lived experiences, attend a Hood Exchange trip, supporting cohort members along the way. This support includes guiding participants through trauma-informed healing, mental health, and professional development conversations and activities during the trip; offering the cohort tools they can use to prioritize their wellness and growth throughout their lives; and otherwise building a loving community with cohort members.

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