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Founder Behind the Scenes

Kristie is the founder of MHAEK. She is an MSW who enjoys collaborating and solving problems creatively. She believes in strengthening family structures and supporting systems through her three-step process: 1. Deep Thinking 2. Deep Acting 3. Practical Learning. "MHAEK aims to create long-term opportunities for students, parents, and their support systems by becoming assets to their communities. Discover who you are through what you love to do." That's the motto.  

FAQs

  • What is MHAEK?
    MHAEK (pronounced meek) stands for Mental Health Art Expression Kurriculum. It is a problem-solving curriculum that explores the answer to the question, "Who Am I?" Through art expression and community engagement, MHAEK aims to empower youth and parents to seek balance between their passions and responsibilities by reclaiming "home" as mind, body, spirit, finances, and relationships. We are reclaiming "homework" because homework starts at home.
  • Who is MHAEK for?
    MHAEK is for but not limited to parents and youth aged 18 years and older. MHAEK empowers students, parents, and underrepresented organizations to promote social well-being through active personal enrichment workshops, priority management mentorships, and collaborative series of service and cultural humility.
  • How can I/ my organization collaborate with MHAEK?
    Email: seekmhaek@gmail.com with your inquiry and allow 24-48 hours for a response. MHAEK collaborates with organizations looking to establish and support parent engagement and youth 18 years and older participating in Athletic Departments & Camps, Colleges & Universities, Public/Private entities, Technology Departments that provide AI and other virtual reality tools, Non-profit Organizations, and Foster Family Agencies. Collaborators also include Psychologist, Sociologist, Psychiatrist, Law Enforcement, Trade Schools, Nutritionist, Athletic Trainers, Social Workers (Micro, Mezzo, and Macro), Performing Arts Schools, and Banks.
  • What is the age range for student members?
    MHAEK collaborates with youth 18 years and older, parents, and organizations that support students and athletes.
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