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Bridging the Gap: Why Black Voices Must Shape Mental Health Research
My journey with mental health didn’t just shape my perspective; it led me to this work. As Director of Mental Health Equity Innovation at NAMI, I bring both professional expertise and personal lived experience to the fight for mental health equity. I know firsthand the impact of being overlooked, misdiagnosed, and misunderstood. That’s why I’m […]
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A Cultural Experience of Recovery
My healing process continues as I channel my past into my art and storytelling. -
Advancing Equity in Mental Health Care for Black/African Ancestry Communities
We plan to carve out a new path of advocacy for Black/African Ancestry communities. -
Honoring and Upholding Bebe Moore Campbell’s Legacy
In response to the pain and injustice she witnessed, Campbell became a tireless activist for underserved communities in the mental health space. -
Engaging Your Community in the Mental Health Conversation
Discussing mental health challenges and struggles with friends, family, group members or even a podcast audience is no small task. -
From Hopelessness to Empowerment: My Ingredients to Recovery
A big step in my journey was sharing my story with Dr. Ken Duckworth for NAMI’s upcoming book, “You Are Not Alone.” -
Erasing Mental Health Stigma in the Black Community
We must do better and be better when it comes to supporting other Black people living with mental illnesses. -
Addressing the Increased Risk of Postpartum Depression for Black Women
Accessing treatment that includes cultural understanding is critical in improving the health outcomes for Black mothers. -
He’s Not a Criminal, He’s in Crisis
"I used to think that if a person was arrested, they must have done something wrong — but I was wrong." -
Black Mental Health and the Importance of 988 Legislation
"The intersectionality of racism, mental health, law enforcement, homelessness and often self-medication via illicit drug use has decimated the Black community."