Girl Power: Uplifting Black Girls, One Care Package at a Time ft. Mila Marrero and Carissa Henry

Get ready for an inspiring conversation as Jordan chats with Mila and Carissa, the trailblazing duo behind Mental Health Boxes. Born from Mila’s own experience receiving self-care packages during mental health treatment, each box is filled with empowering tools to help young Black girls nurture their well-being and prioritize self-care. Tune in to hear how this incredible initiative is transforming lives and fostering mental wellness, one box at a time!

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Spotlight
Kendrea Johnson, a first grade student from Minneapolis, MN, died by suicide on December 27, 2014, at the age of 6.

Resource
Mental Health Boxes is a community-led initiative that actively seeks to close gaps in mental health resources and foster a supportive network for Black girls. The organization offers curated toolboxes designed to promote self-care, resilience, and open conversations, specifically tailored for Black girls aged 6 to 16.

Community Changemaker
Brianna Baker is the founder and Executive Director of Justice for Black Girls, a non-profit that focuses on honoring the fullness of Black girlhood in ways that disrupt the systems that dishonor Black girlhood. Brianna’s work is both a space for Black girl safekeeping, and a national rallying cry for us all to listen to, love, and affirm Black girls’ genius and power.

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Black & Suicidal Peer Support Group
Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
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Moment of Inspiration:
So many individuals are taking strides to promote mental wellness in Black youth, like Carissa and Mila. It is imperative that we provide safe spaces to listen to our youth with empathy and without judgment. We hope this episode will inspire more youth to raise awareness for suicide prevention and mental health challenges.

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