“You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. Don’t make money your goal. Instead pursue the things you love doing and then do them so well that people can’t take their eyes off of you.” - Maya Angelou
Join BRAVE Communities for an engaging intergenerational community gathering that explores the powerful connection between financial well-being, mental health, and economic mobility. This event brings together subject matter experts for a dynamic panel discussion, followed by a community movement activity designed to reduce stress, build connection, and celebrate collective joy.
In a time marked by division, rapid technological change, economic uncertainty, and growing mental health challenges, this community experience invites neighbors, youth, elders, creatives, professionals, and leaders to slow down, lean in, and listen...together.
The panel discussion will include the following topics along with audience questions:
- How financial stress impacts mental health and overall well-being
- Overcoming shame and barriers to seeking financial support
- Access to resources and pathways to economic mobility
- Avoiding financial fraud and scams, particularly in the age of technology and AI
- Practical strategies for budgeting, managing debt, building savings, and creating generational wealth
And, two of our youth groups will share their digital projects on mental health and economic mobility.
✨ Special Announcement: During this gathering, we will also share and launch an exciting new youth-led initiative designed to empower young people across Central Texas to be creative, courageous, and be the change for civic and community engagement.
Event Details
📅 Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
📍 Location: Carver Branch Library, 1161 Angelina St., Austin, TX 78702
🕑 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM CT
🗣️ Community Panel on Financial & Mental Health Wellness in the AI Era
💃🏿 K-Pop Dance De-Stressor Session
🤝 Networking & Community Connection
Guest Panelists & Dance Crew
- Emmanuel Joda, Tech Leader at PayPal
- Evan Linneman, Community Manager at JP Morgan Chase
- Fatima Naqinia, Financial Advisor at Capitol Wealth Strategies
- Rett Lee, Business Development Officer at ATFCU
- Roslynn Nyanhongo M.A. LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Living Water Family Therapy PLLC in Round Rock
- Choreopop, LASA High School's KPOP dance crew
- David Adetiloye (moderator), BRAVE Young Leader + rising Sr. at Del Valle High School
🌟Thanks to the generous support of JPMorgan Chase, we'll be giving away FREE back-to-school backpacks while supplies last. Backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with one backpack per student attending the event.
🎟️ This is a FREE community event. If you’re able, please consider making a donation to help cover event costs, refreshments, and sustain BRAVE’s youth-led initiatives. Pay what you can - all are welcome.
Carver Branch Library is ADA accessible and walking distance to CapMetro bus stops #2 & #5. Please contact us for any translation and interpretation needs.
Interested in Volunteering at this event? Volunteer hours available for approval.
This project is supported in part by the Elevate grant of Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (AACME). and our recurring BRAVE members and donors. Please consider being part of the BRAVE fabric by attending and supporting our events. 2026 Partnerships available for our quarterly community events + youth initiatives.
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Registration and attendance at BRAVE Communities Connections constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the use and distribution of the registrant or attendees' image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities by BRAVE Communities. If you or anyone in your party does not consent to be in photographic images, please let a BRAVE team member know at the event upon arrival.
Space is limited, so RSVP today to secure your spot!
