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Reflecting on the Mental Health of Black Men and Boys featuring Mark Harrison

podcast March 13, 2024


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Introduction
T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Mark Harrison to discuss the importance of recognizing and supporting the mental health of Black men and boys. Mark is a clinical mental health counselor, mental health advocate, and Army veteran who survived two suicide attempts.

Spotlight
Charles Johnson, former NFL wide receiver, died by suicide on July 17, 2022 at the age of 50. Charles played for the Steelers, Eagles, Patriots, and Bills before retiring. He was the Assistant Athletic Director at Heritage High School in Wake Forest, NC at the time of his passing.

Resource
The Confess Project of America is a national organization that fosters mental health advocacy in the Black barber and beauty industry by building awareness, breaking stigma, and increasing access to care within the communities they serve. You can check out the organization’s IG at @theconfessprojectofamerica.

Community Changemaker
Kofi “Kizzle” Forson, founder of Express Yourself Black Man, a podcast and healing community for black men. You can check out Kizzle's work on IG at @ExpressYourselfBlackMan.

Moment of Inspiration 
“Black man, it’s okay to not be okay. Black man, there is nothing you cannot do or attain in this world. Black man, you are a powerful force in this world. Black man, you are not alone. Black man, you are loved.”  – Kizzle

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Events
Black & Suicidal: Peer Support Group
Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
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Disclaimer
Information shared on our platforms, including details about individuals lost to suicide, is sourced from loved ones, social media, and/or news. Efforts are made for accuracy and sensitivity, but data may be incomplete. If you're a family member seeking to add or correct information, email us at info@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org. We honor families' wishes and promptly address concerns. We approach this topic with care and respect. Thank you for understanding. Sending love and light!

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