Dustin (Dusty) Jepkema

Dusty Jepkema is a non-binary Clinical Social Worker who works at the community mental health agency in Kalamazoo, Michigan. They have over ten years of experience working in the field of social work within a variety of settings and specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, they aim to help educate others on the mental health needs of this community and work toward building an equitable system that addresses and finds justice for the disparities faced by the LGBTQ+ community.

The Latest from Dustin (Dusty) Jepkema

  • Suicide Prevention within the LGBTQ+ Community – SJLA Learning Series September 2022
    Sep 26, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm

    Join us on September 26 for the Social Justice Leadership Academy’s (SJLA) September Learning Series Event. Featured speaker, Dustin Jepkema, will explore the topic of suicide prevention within the LGBTQ+ Community. This event will identify ways in which your organization can strengthen access and delivery of suicide care and promote…

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