From Surviving to Thriving
The year 2020 was a time of loss, grief, collective pain, and significant life changes for so many of us. It is especially important during these times that we all prioritize our mental health and wellness.
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As such, Black Mental Wellness launched our first Black mental health and wellness conference with the theme, From Surviving to Thriving. This conference is dedicated to uplifting the Black community and aims to emphasize the importance of naming our range of feelings, while remaining empowered to heal during these emotionally challenging times.​
We hosted more than 300 attendees at our inaugural launch of the Black Mental Wellness Virtual conference, which included mental health experts, community advocates, social influencers, educators, spiritual leaders, clinicians, allies, panelists, and a community of individuals, couples, and families.
The conference included:
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11 interactive virtual sessions focused on mental health and wellness in the Black community including parenting, trauma, education, relationships, college student mental health, maternal mental health, and more
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Virtual networking through the Hopin Platform
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Black Parade Virtual Expo featuring small Black Businesses​
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2020 conference media kit.
Conference Details
Conference Sessions
​A discussion on how to survive during times of heightened stress and how we can thrive in different environments to live a full healthy life.
Panelists discuss the importance of addressing mental health, challenges of virtual learning, and resources for Black and Brown students.
A discussion with beauty industry experts and mental health providers about mental health, coping, and feeling beautiful inside and out.
A discussion between barbers and mental health providers about mental health including stigma, masculinity, vulnerability, and how to cope
A discussion on the evolution of Black love, mental health and stressors, and strategies to maintain healthy relationships and love.
A panel to discuss the joys and challenges of raising a Black child in todays society, discussing race with children, and building pride.
A discussion on addressing disparities in education, harnessing our children's strengths, and implementing culturally responsive practices.
A maternal health and mental health discussion
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A discussion on racial stressors/trauma, the impact on our mental health, and strategies to cope, heal, and feel empowered to make a change
The Pursuit of Happyness Your Journey to Health and Wellness
Black is King: Thriving in the Black Community
2020 Black Parade Expo Vendors
If you didn't have a chance to check out the Black Parade Virtual Expo during the conference, you can still shop with our vendors.
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Pametria Dominise, The Empowerment Expert
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Robert Harper II Author of "Talk to Yourself"