The Health iN The Hood Mental Health Symposium is dedicated to the memory, mission, and movement of the late Mrs. Sherrye Ellison Willis.
THE HEALTH iN THE HOOD Mental Health Symposium at New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church is dedicated to the memory, mission, and movement of the late Mrs. Sherrye Ellison Willis, visionary founder and CEO of the Alliance for Greater Works. Mrs. Willis was a pioneering advocate for mental health awareness and community healing whose work in Trauma-Informed Care for Clergy and Congregations has become legendary. Through her leadership, countless pastors, churches, and faith leaders gained a deeper understanding of the impact of trauma and the vital role the church plays in creating safe spaces for healing, restoration, and hope. Her unwavering commitment to educating clergy, strengthening congregations, and helping communities respond to emotional and mental health challenges transformed lives across North Texas and beyond. She understood that healing is holy work and that faith communities must be equipped to minister to the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. As we gather for ...