Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation

?? Celebrating Joy As Our Birthright?? ?? Our “Break the Silence” ad is featured in?USA Today’s?Black History Month issue??? ?? ?? ! This special edition celebrates the incredible contributions Black people have made throughout history—innovators, trailblazers, and changemakers who’ve shaped our world in technology, culture, and beyond. Our ad, on page 117, emphasizes the critical importance of mental health awareness in underserved communities. ?? Let’s keep the conversation going and break the stigma surrounding mental health! You can find this issue of USA Today's magazine, as well as resources to support your mental health below ?? . USA Today Black History Month: https://lnkd.in/gYtW7er4 BLHF Resources: https://lnkd.in/eQGcb8ig ?#BreakTheSilence #MentalHealthAwareness #BlackHistoryMonth #Trailblazers?#EndTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityHealing?#SpeakUpForMentalHealth #BorisLHensonFoundation #BLHF

The most recent LA wildfires have devastated many communities, causing widespread damage—homes destroyed, communities broken, and deep, lasting grief. The trauma of such a loss is profound and enduring?and marginalized communities are often impacted with little to no financial and/or wellness support. Your gift makes all the difference in helping those affected, recover a sense of wholeness.?Our mental health providers stand ready to provide the services needed to help begin the process of rebuilding the loss that is unseen.?Together, we can reconnect them to hope and community?by?offering a path toward healing and stability.?Take action today to help these families rebuild their future. #RebuildLA #WildfireRelief #SupportLA #HealingTogether #LAWildfires #RebuildAndRecover #CommunityHealing??#StrongerTogether #WildfireRecovery #HelpRebuildLA #BLHF #BorisLHensonFoundation

Final Call for DMV Therapists! ?? Beats?&?Breakthroughs: Free Training for Mental Health Professionals???? We've added a few more seats to this transformative FREE 2-day training designed to introduce therapists to foundational Hip Hop Therapy (HHT) techniques for school-based group work. ?? Dates: January 11th – 12th? ?? Location: National Harbor ?? Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/eS37VC98 Reserve your spot today! Licensed clinicians in MD are preferred, especially those interested in supporting BLHF’s programming in Prince George’s County. ? For questions, email?[email protected]

Embrace this new week with intention and strength!?? ?? ? #MondayMindset is here to remind you that everyday brings a fresh start with endless possibilities. These 8 affirmations are your toolkit to clarity, focus, and motivation for the week ahead. Let them guide you as you step into your power and make this week truly your own.??? #MondayMindset #NewWeekNewGoals #AffirmationsForSuccess #BLHF #BorisLHensonFoundation #MotivationalMonday

?? Give the Gift of Calm ?? Imagine a world where healing is accessible to everyone. Your generosity helps us make that a reality by funding life-changing mental health programs for underserved BIPOC communities. What Your Support Makes Possible: ?? ?Individual and group therapy for those in need ?? Integrative wellness hangouts for youth in public schools ??? EmpowerU and SheCare Wellness Pods on university campuses ?? Let’s Talk! Resource Guides connecting people to culturally competent providers ?? Scholarships to train more therapists of color ?? ?Joy Salons and Barber Talks for open, honest conversations ?? ?Joy Zones, Senior Sessions, and so much more These programs are about meeting people where they are—in their schools, on their campuses, in their barbershops, and in their communities—to create safe spaces for healing, growth, and connection—and we can’t do it without you. Here’s how you can help: Click the link in our bio or text GIVEJOY to 707070 to donate today. ?? ?Shop the BLHF Joy Store to support our mission while treating yourself or a loved one to something meaningful. Your generosity isn’t just a donation—it’s an investment in brighter futures and stronger communities. Let’s spread calm, joy, and hope this holiday season.?? ?? #JoyInCommunity #BLHF #GiveTheGiftOfJoy #GiveTheGiftOfCalm #MentalHealthMatters

The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) and kate spade new york recently announced the third expansion of “SheCare Wellness Pods”—a program that launched in April 2023 to provide frontline mental health care to women on HBCU campuses—with the opening at?Bennett College in Greensboro, North Carolina last month. Bennett College was selected to be the third campus following a student led sit-in protest demanding better mental health services on campus. The sit-in protest demonstrated that there was a need for more culturally sensitive resources for the community, such as the “SheCare Wellness Pods.” The on-campus mental health pod opened at Bennett College—one of two all-female HBCUs in the country—last month, and for the first time in the program, the Pod services will expand beyond campus to also be available to students from neighboring North Carolina A&T State University, as well as local community groups focused on women in Greensboro. The “SheCare Wellness Pods'' are physical structures that bring mental health access and resources to Black women on HBCU campuses. Each is designed to create an environment that stimulates joy, peace and serenity through intentional design and color selection. The exterior of the Pod features a hand painted mural designed by Greensboro community member and artist, Alyse Watt, in partnership with two Bennett College students, Genesis Almodovar and Trinity Cromwell. The mural design was inspired by wellness and highlights the inherent strength and beauty found in women. Designed to uplift the students, the inclusion of the hashtag #BelleMindsMatter reflects an initiative that emerged from the need for mental health support within the Bennett College community. Learn more about our social impact work?here: https://lnkd.in/efAUxA48

???November is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month ?? ? Did you know that men are?four times more likely? to die by suicide than women (WHO, NIH)? ?? Despite this staggering fact, men are often less likely to seek help, with?only 1 in 3 men??reporting that they would ask for support when facing a mental health crisis (American Psychological Association (APA), Movember Foundation). This is a public health issue we cannot afford to ignore. This month, we’re shining a light on the mental health challenges men face and breaking down the barriers of silence and stigma. It's time to change the narrative. Men deserve spaces to share their struggles, seek support, and heal without judgment. The pressures of societal expectations, work stress, and personal struggles often lead to a crisis in silence—but?you don't have to go through it alone.?Whether it's through open conversations, seeking therapy, or simply checking in on the men in your life, every step toward support matters. We are committed to creating safe spaces where men can talk, listen, and heal. It’s time for the world to prioritize mental health, not just for women, but for men too. Let’s continue to push for change—together. ??

??? Feeling the Election Day Jitters? Join Us for the Ultimate Pre-Election Calm Down! ??? Election stress is real, but you don’t have to go through it alone! Before the polls open, join renowned psychologist, researcher, and author Dr. Judith Joseph MD MBA for an exclusive IG Live that will leave you feeling grounded, prepared, and ready to vote with a clear mind. ?? Save the Date: Nov. 4 at 3:30 PM EST This isn’t just another election talk. It’s THE essential toolkit to handle pre-election jitters like a pro. What You’ll Gain: ?? Calming tools and pro tips to stay centered and tune out election-day noise. ?? Helpful strategies for calmly and confidently interacting with differing opinions. ?? A self-care and empowerment plan to keep you grounded, no matter the outcome. ?? Insights for maintaining a positive mindset from first ballot to the final count. ?? Don’t miss this chance to power up your mind and take control of your Election Day experience! Whether it’s your first time voting or you’re a seasoned voter, we’ll show you how to stay centered through it all. Let’s face this election season together! Hit that reminder and get ready for insights you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in on IG Live – see you there!

gather ‘round friends, it’s storytimeee! I’m thrilled to be hosting a Storytime & Breathwork JoyZone with the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation to read @tarajiphenson ’s new picture book, “You Can Be A Good Friend (No Matter What)” Lil’ TJ befriended me with her true bold, eccentric, creative, and compassionate self. The loving guidance of her Grandmother as Lil’ TJ discovers her resiliency reminds me very much of my relationship with my late Gran who would also encourage me “to be sweet like honey.” I can’t wait to bring this story to life! Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? Are you being a good friend, no matter what? #antibullying #bullypreventionmonth #dc #md #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness

A personal project transformed into an opportunity beyond measure. Who would have thought that sharing my ideas could spark such change? By pushing forward new marketing strategies and objectives from a Gen Z perspective, I secured the position of Student Assistant for SheCare Wellness Pods, which provides frontline mental wellness care and resources to the Hampton University community through the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation