CCSI News and Updates

In this special edition newsletter, we’re sharing some highlights from the events taking place over the next few months as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary:  

• ICYMI – Check out the recording from our first Tuesday Talk – Racism is a Public Health Crisis. Thanks to our outstanding panelists for sharing their perspectives, their expertise, and their energy. As you’ll see, this was more of a call to action than a talk – we hope you’ll check it out. Next month’s discussion will focus on Reshaping the Mental Health System and will feature state and local leaders – registration details can be found here.  
• Our Transforming and Sustaining a Culture of Equity: a Data Learning Collaborative kicked off this month with 12 community-based organizations coming together to build strength in using data to understand needs and maximize impact – all with an equity lens. As we know, the ability to use data effectively is key to efforts to transform systems and services, and we are really excited about the work this group will be doing together.  
• We continue to highlight brief stories from those who have played a significant role in CCSI’s history through our Rooted in Resilience Video Series, which can be found below. We appreciate those who have taken the time to share their reflections on our work together.

For all of the latest information about our upcoming events and initiatives throughout the year, check out our website and connect with us at askccsi@ccsi.org. 

Save the Date!

Rooted in Resilience:

Celebrating 30 Years of Innovation & Impact

Virtual Event

September 22nd 3:00 – 5:00pm

Join us for a virtual, livestream community celebration of 30 years of inspiring innovation and collaborating with mission-driven organizations that work to improve lives and strengthen communities. Learn more about how CCSI works with organizations throughout New York State to build resilient communities. More details to come, so stay tuned!

Tuesday Talks: Building Resilient Communities

Racism is a Public Health Crisis

We are inspired for action after our first Tuesday Talk! We hope you were able to join us for Racism is a Public Health Crisis. In case you missed it, or maybe you just really need to listen again to this information-packed talk, be sure to tune in at the link below to hear from our outstanding panel.   

Reshaping Mental Health Services

May 17th 12:00 – 1:30pm

Designating May as Mental Health Awareness Month serves to underscore the importance of mental health and to remind us that nearly one in five Americans lives with a mental health condition, and while we have made progress in expanding mental health services, many communities still face barriers in accessing the mental health services they need. These challenges have become more pronounced over the past two years as we’ve faced the COVID-19 pandemic, continuing to highlight disparities faced by communities of color and those living in poverty. In this panel discussion, we’ll hear from experts at the state and local levels about important, innovative efforts to reshape the way we conceptualize, deliver, and fund mental health services in New York State.

• Moderator – Rodney Corry, Vice President, Program Management, CCSI
• Samra G. Brouk – NYS Senator, Chair of Committee on Mental Health
• Dr. Ann Sullivan – Commissioner, NYS Office of Mental Health
• Dr. April Aycock – Director, Monroe County Office of Mental Health
• Rev. Dr. Jonathan Jamel McReynolds – Pastor, Aenon Missionary Baptist Church
• Melanie Funchess – CEO, Ubuntu Village Works
• Sara Taylor – CEO, BIPOC PEEEEEEK

Register to Save the Dates for Each of Our Upcoming Tuesday Talks!

• June 21: Transforming Crisis Response Systems
• July 19: Racial Equity and Data Innovation
• August 16: Innovation and Transformation in Education through Trauma-Responsive, Equity-Focused Practice
• September 20: Building Resilient Organizations Through Adaptive Leadership

Transforming and Sustaining a Culture of Equity: a Data Learning Collaborative

Community-based organizations have started coming together in this learning collaborative to receive support in the fundamentals of using data to understand performance, drive improvement, and maximize impact – all with an equity lens. At the end of this group learning opportunity, organizations will be eligible to apply for the CCSI Community Collaboration Award, which will support up to $20,000 of consulting services focused on advancing the organization’s data and equity work. We are excited to have the following organizations be a part of our cohort!

In the News

We've been getting the word out about our 30th Anniversary! If you missed any of these interviews, be sure to tune in below.

Rooted in Resilience Video Series

We have continued to share stories of innovation and impact in our 30th Anniversary Rooted in Resilience Video Series featuring CCSI customers, partners, board members, and staff. Videos include our significant moments and impact highlights throughout our 30-year history, as well as share the vision for where CCSI is heading. Check out the latest videos below.

CCSI is Growing!

CCSI has a need for talented professionals looking to contribute their expertise, expand their influence, and manage their careers to meet personal aspirations. We offer opportunities across different service lines, geographies, and functions.

Want to hear more? If you haven’t yet had the chance, we hope you’ll check out our social media pages for more CCSI news and resources.