Jennifer Eberhardt is an esteemed professor of psychology at Stanford University. She is an expert on the consequences of the psychological association between race and crime and has done extensive research on the topics of implicit bias, criminal justice, and the education system, and her work has provided the evidence needed to educate law enforcement officers in implicit bias training. In 2014, Dr. Eberhardt's work earned her the famous MacArthur "Genius Grant" Fellowship.
02/23/2026
02/20/2026
✨ WORLD DAY OF SOCIAL JUSTICE ✨
Observed annually on February 20, World Day of Social Justice highlights the importance of addressing global challenges such as poverty, exclusion, unemployment, gender inequality, and human rights. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, this day advocates for social justice as a foundation for peace, equality, and sustainable development worldwide.
World Day of Social Justice calls on governments, organizations, and individuals to unite in building more inclusive societies. Take action by supporting initiatives that advance equality, human rights, and social protections, ensuring a fairer and more just world for future generations.
02/19/2026
Paul Bertau Cornely, M.D., DrPH
Dr. Cornely was a founder of the National Student Health Association in 1939, president of the Physician's Forum in 1954, and founder and first president of the District of Columbia Public Health Association in 1962. Dr. Cornely was also the first African-American elected as President of the American Public Health Association in 1968. Dr. Cornely's professional work focused on the development of public health initiatives aimed at reducing healthcare disparities among the chronically underserved. He also made significant contributions to civil rights movements through his efforts to desegregate health facilities across the U.S. Additionally, Dr. Cornely conducted research studies on tuberculosis, venereal diseases and scarlet fever; utilization of physicians' extenders and their effect on the cost and quality of health care; and the effects of social and cultural factors on health and health care utilization. He published over 100 scientific and popular articles. Dr. Cornely retired in 1973 as Professor Emeritus in the Department of Community Health and Family Practice of Howard University College of Medicine.
02/18/2026
When you’re feeling down in the dumps, what do you do? You have two options: keep doing what you’re doing or try one of these happy hacks to bring a smile back
02/16/2026
02/15/2026
Our very own Anne McNelis will be presenting at the upcoming STRENGTH IN NUMBERS Mental Health Conference on March 20!
Our first Speaker Spotlight for the Strength in Numbers conference is Anne McNelis! 📷🧠 Transitions Mental Health Services
To register you may call us at 309-796-8223 or go online https://bhc.augusoft.net/
Anne McNelis is the Co-CEO and Clinical Director of Transitions Mental Health Services, with 30 years of experience as an Illinois LCSW in mental health. She has provided psychotherapy to youth, families, and adults. Anne has developed numerous community mental health programs and oversees mental health clinical teams. She has also served as an adjunct instructor at St. Ambrose University for over 13 years and co-facilitates the Quad City Trauma-Informed Care Micro-Credential Program. She is involved in several committees and community initiatives, including the Quad City Trauma-Informed Care Consortium. Additionally, Anne is a board member of Argrow’s House, a local domestic violence organization. She enjoys outdoor activities, traveling with her husband and daughter, and spending quality time with their Chihuahua, Rex.
02/14/2026
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02/13/2026
📣 NON-PROFIT FEATURE FRIDAY 📣
We would like to take this time to recognize University of Illinois Extension Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark for the work they do and thank them for partnering with The Printer's Mark to build a stronger community! As a division of Transitions, supporting The Printer’s Mark supports mental health, supports jobs and supports a mission of social justice.
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✨ UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS EXTENSION ✨
As part of the land-grant system, University of Illinois was established not only to provide world-class education and pioneer research and discovery, but to put learning and discovery into practice, to benefit the health and wellbeing of residents and communities in every part of Illinois. Extension is the university’s statewide network of educators, faculty experts, and staff dedicated to that mission. It addresses key issues in Illinois through eight strategic priorities: Community, Economy, Environment, Food and Agriculture, Health, Partnerships, Technology and Discovery, and Workforce Excellence.
Mission: “University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state’s land grant institution."
The Printer’s Mark has been serving the Quad Cities for over 25 years, providing custom printing services, graphic design and affordable pricing, all while helping to build a stronger community. At The Printer's Mark, every job we print means work and training for persons with mental health challenges on the journey to recovery. Meaningful work is the key to a productive and satisfying life, and as a division of Transitions, the professional staff at The Printer's Mark work with those impacted by mental health challenges to produce quality products.
Mamie Phipps Clark, Ph.D. and Kenneth Bancroft Clark, Ph.D.
Mamie Phipps Clark was the first African American woman to earn a doctorate degree in psychology from Columbia University. She previously earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Howard University. Her experience in college and specifically graduate-level courses helped her realize the shortage of psychological services available to the African American community and other minorities. The Clarks are best known for the famous “Doll Study” in which more than 200 Black children participated. Both Mamie and Kenneth Clark worked on this study, providing invaluable evidence in favor of ending school segregation in the supreme court case Brown vs. The Board of Education, citing that school segregation was psychologically harmful to black children. Dr. Kenneth Clark was the first-ever black president of the American Psychological Association. Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark's dedication and passion for adequate mental health services for all prompted Dr. Clark to open her own agency to provide comprehensive psychological services to the poor, blacks, and other minority children and families. In February 1946, Dr. Clark and her husband opened the doors of “The Northside Center for Child Development” for those in the Harlem area. She worked in the center counseling and providing other psychological services from 1946 until 1979 when she retired. Although retired, Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark served on different advisory boards and was still very active within her community.
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~ We developed from a small group of families with adult children struggling with mental health challenges, who came together to discuss how to meet the needs of their loved ones. From there, our original organization (Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Rock Island and Mercer County) was born.
~ Starting with our 6-bed residential facility, we expanded to 16 beds in our Residential Program, where individuals who have difficulties living on their own can learn the skills necessary to live independently.
~ Early on we recognized that individuals with mental illnesses are very capable and, in most cases, want to be productive and independent, so we opened the first of what ultimately would be four businesses where we trained and employed those struggling with mental health challenges.
~ Soon after, we established our Community Employment Training and Placement Services where we help those we serve find, prepare for, attain and maintain jobs in the community.
~ We then took on our first government NISH contract that provided well-paid government work for our clientele at the Rock Island Arsenal.
~ A few years later, we were awarded the Johnson & Johnson Award for excellence in our Individual Placement and Support Employment Program.
~ We followed that by expanding to include Therapy Services, focusing on helping those with long-standing, deep-seated issues, often related to trauma.
~ We started offering Youth Therapy and Counseling Services to those as young as five in the schools and at home. We currently are in over 26 schools.
~ Soon after, we established our Psychiatric Services, providing to individuals who would benefit from medication.
~ We were instrumental in the establishment of Rock Island County Mental Health Court to help those having difficulties in the justice system get their lives back on track.
~ That was followed by taking a leading role in the Scott County Mental Health Court and along with that, we opened our Iowa Quad Cities office, providing Tele-Psychiatric and Therapy Services.
~ Currently, we are renovating our new building in Rock Island so we can expand our services even more to those who need them most, as well as significant renovations to our Moline location and Residential Program homes.
