Scaling Support
Building a Mutual Support Community of Practice
About the Video
Many organizations recognize the need for peer support following difficult events, yet struggle to move beyond isolated initiatives. Communities of practice offer a powerful model to change that by creating space for shared learning, strengthening peer support capacity, and keeping people connected.
In this session, Dr. Janine Rowe shares lessons learned from implementing a Mutual Support Community of Practice within a large healthcare system. She provides practical guidance on launching a community of practice, maintaining participation, and translating shared learning into everyday support practices within teams.
Recorded in June 2026 as part of the CARE4YOU conference
About the Presenters
Dr. Janine Rowe is Director of the University of Rochester Employee Assistance Program in Rochester, NY. Her work focuses on workplace mental health, and trauma-informed care in high-stress environments.
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