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Winter Mental Health & Service Leadership Residency
The Winter Mental Health & Service Leadership Residency is a 10-day accredited program (January 2–11, 2026 in San Diego, CA, that fuses mental health education, trauma-informed service learning, and intercultural leadership development. Co-designed by mental health advocate Benj Gershman and intercultural strategists Meagan and Scott Holcomb, this residency features organizational psychologist, f...
The Winter Mental Health & Service Leadership Residency is a 10-day accredited program (January 2–11, 2026 in San Diego, CA, that fuses mental health education, trauma-informed service learning, and intercultural leadership development. Co-designed by mental health advocate Benj Gershman and intercultural strategists Meagan and Scott Holcomb, this residency features organizational psychologist, former therapist, & author Melissa Doman, education activist and former Microsoft executive John Wood, and spoken word artist Demetri Manabat, and offers students from both universities and the world 3–7 transferable credits while engaging in transformative workshops, hands-on community impact, and digital storytelling. From immersive sessions at the Lakehouse Resort to service with local nonprofi...
Program Highlights
Earn 3–7 transferable university credits while completing 30 hours of meaningful service in San Diego, gaining both academic and real-world impact.
Begin your year with purpose in a 10-day J-Term residency in sunny San Diego, designed to inspire growth, leadership, and well-being.
Learn from renowned experts including John Wood, Melissa Doman, and Demetri Manabat, who bring diverse perspectives on mental health and leadership.
Engage in a program co-designed by mental health advocate Benj Gershman and intercultural strategists Meagan and Scott Holcomb for maximum relevance.
Stay in inspiring accommodations at the Lakehouse Resort and HI San Diego Downtown Hostel, blending comfort with community living.
Quick Details
- San Diego, United States
- 1-2 Weeks
- Winter
- Anthropology
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers See more
- All Nationalities
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Locations
- San Diego, United States
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Anthropology
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
Availability
Years Offered: 2026
- 1-2 Weeks
- Winter
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Couples, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Essay
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
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