WHO IS JERMAINE HENRY?

Jermaine Henry is a published author, inspirational speaker, emcee, master facilitator and social entrepreneur who has worked in the philanthropic, mental health, youth-serving, arts, culture and social innovation sectors for over 15 years.

His work has been published in the North American Journal of Psychology and featured in the Toronto Metro Newspaper for his work with Braver Spaces.

Jermaine's passion is in inspiring people to express their stories through his journey of struggle and success, while promoting freedom, love and equity.

A CLOSER LOOK

I am passionate about creating a social impact and enterprise through my involvement in community arts and mental wellness. I’m focused on facilitating BRAVE(R) spaces for art, culture, leadership and mental health.

In my final year of university, I became heavily involved in community-based activity and soon after began performing, hosting and speaking at seminars and facilitating programs. It didn’t take long to realize that this is where I was comfortable. I felt confident, and most importantly, I was able to see that I was having a positive impact on those around me. I knew then that this was my passion...my vocation. 

Since then I’ve worked with many different groups and organizations around the world. I’v’e adapted to the virtual environment and approach the online space with a human perspective. How can we exchange our energy through platforms like zoom, slack and social media? I’m finding this is possible, however we must be intentional. These days I help groups and organizations process design and delivery transformational experiences.

Contact heyo@jermainehenry.ca to rates & bookings.

CREDENTIALS & ENDORSEMENTS

“Jermaine is a naturally talented speaker, facilitator, coach and artist, bringing his deeply compassionate nature into diverse spaces that require an ability to at times navigate trauma experiences, diversity and mixed skill & age levels.”

— VIOLETTA ILKIW, PROCESS CONSULTANT

SPEAKER/COACH

  • Expert Academy x Elite Life Coaching Certification, 2013

  • High Performance Academy, Achiever’s Training on Advanced Psychology, Physiology, Productivity, and Persuasion, Online Master’s Course by Brendon Burchard 2013

  • World’s Greatest Speaker Training: Advanced performance and promotions training for the world’s greatest speakers, by Brendon Burchard, Bo Eason and Roger Love, 2013

  • PATI (Performing Arts Training Intensive) Watah Theatrical Institute; July 2014- April 2015

  • Action Learning Facilitator Certification with Action Learning Centre, April 2020

“Jermaine was able to keep the positivity in the room
and guide us to look forward to what’s possible, how we
could work together and maintain our value systems.”

— AMY HOSOTSUJI, (FORMER) COORDINATOR FOR GRASSROOTS YOUTH COLLABORATIVE (GYC)

LEADERSHIP

  • York Region Arts Council's ARTreprenuer Program Certificate, Cohort 4, 2017

  • LePlayground (R)evolutionary Leadership, 2016

  • Art of Hosting: Beyond The Basics, 2015

  • School for Social Entrepreneurs LaunchPad & Fellowship Program 2015

  • Art of Facilitation Certification, AVNU x ArtReach x NIA Centre for the Arts, 2014

  • Grassroots Youth Collaborative Mentorship Program, AVNU Certificate, 2014

“Jermaine consistently offers a positive energy and strong facilitation skills that puts people at ease and brings out their best qualities in group settings. He is attentive to the subtleties of group dynamics and is not afraid of tackling the tough conversations that need to happen.”

— CHRIS LEE, PROGRAM DIRECTOR, INSPIRIT FOUNDATION

 MENTAL HEALTH

  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, York District School Board, 2014

  • Restorative Justice Facilitation Certification, George Brown College 2014

  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Youthdale Treatment Centres, 2012-2013

  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Training Part 1&2, Centre of Addiction and Mental Health, 2012

  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Training Part 3, Oshawa Psychotherapy Training Institute 2012

  • Member of Psi Chi International Honour’s Society in Psychology, 2012

  • Bachelor of Psychology, Minor in Religion, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI; May 2012

  • Academic article published in North American Journal of Psychology, 2012

  • Awarded an Undergraduate Research Scholarship, 2011

“Jermaine has a strong presence and an infectious energy. Our work often dives into very challenging topics and conversations around mental health, and more recently into race and anti-oppression. This is where Jermaine’s skills shine through - he has hosted these conversations with grace and presence while not shying away from the depth of the issues.”

— CARALYN QUAN DIRECTOR, THE NEW MENTALITY OF CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH ONTARIO