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Pene Vivan LLC
Community Care Statement
Pené Vivan, believes healing, learning, and growth happen best in community. Through trauma-informed trainings, creative workshops and consulting, we partner with families, educators, nonprofits, and organizations to strengthen environments where people feel safe to learn, grow, and belong. Our work focuses on mental health awareness, social-emotional development, and practical tools that help communities support one another.
The name Pené Vivan, meaning “We are always alive,” reflects the belief that people and communities continue to grow, adapt, and find new ways forward. The work is inspired by the founder’s Potawatomi and Creole heritage and honors the traditions of community knowledge-sharing, creativity, and care.
We also acknowledge the Indigenous peoples who have stewarded the lands where we work, including the Rappahannock Tribe and other Algonquian-speaking peoples. Together, we create spaces where communities can gather, learn, and thrive.
About
What is Pené Vivan
Pené Vivan was created to help communities grow stronger together.
Through training, consulting, childcare, and educational workshops, Pené Vivan equips organizations, educators, caregivers, and community leaders with practical tools to support youth mental health, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed environments.
Maija-liisa Penn-Poon,CNP
(My-yah lisa)
she, they, her, & them
Maija-liisa is the founder of Pené Vivan, a community-focused consulting and training practice dedicated to mental health awareness, trauma-informed care, and emotional resilience.
With a background in Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis, she is a Certified Nonprofit Professional, Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor, and ACE Interface Presenter. Thier work helps nonprofits, educators, families, and community organizations create supportive environments where young people can thrive.
Services
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Clarity Call
A supportive 20-minute strategy conversation for nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations seeking clarity, direction, and next steps. Together, we'll discuss your goals, challenges, and opportunities while identifying practical actions to help you move forward with confidence.
Perfect for organizations that feel stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for growth.
Duration: 20 minutes
Format: Virtual or Phone call
Investment: FREE
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Rooted Strategy session
A 1 hour strategy conversation to help you gain clarity, navigate challenges, and identify next steps for your nonprofit, business, or community initiative.
Duration: 1 hour
Format: Virtual
Investment: $85/session
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Consulting & Training
Customized consulting, workshops, and training that help nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations build sustainable systems, strengthen teams, and create meaningful impact.
Services may include:
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Nonprofit & Business Strategy
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Organizational Systems & Processes
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Program Development
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Trauma-Informed Training
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Staff Development
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Community Outreach & Engagement
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Resource Development
Starting at $250
Custom proposals are available based on your organization's goals, scope, and support needs.
Impact
Feedback from Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings held in 2025 shows strong participant satisfaction and practical impact.
Survey results indicate:
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100% of participants rated their overall training experience 5/5
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Participants reported increased confidence in recognizing youth mental health challenges and supporting young people in distress
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Written feedback highlighted the training as clear, engaging, and highly relevant to participants’ work and community roles.
Experience working with...
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