Great discussion on Wellness in Black Life, focused on policy initiatives that support Black men, boys, and their communities.
Special thanks to @Collab_Council for hosting!
Last week, @JohnsHopkinsCCP facilitated the Wellness in Black Life discussion, bringing community voices together to define well-being for Black men and boys. Powerful conversations, interactive activities, and collective reflection made this a meaningful space for growth. #WIBL
Powerful conversations at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas for Wellness in Black Life! We’re dedicated to creating policy initiatives that support Black men and boys, ensuring their well-being, leadership, and community impact.
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We hosted discussions on Wellness in Black Life, focused on supporting Black men, boys, and their communities. Special thanks to Scott Hamilton & Maxwell Brown @urbanleagueARK Kristin Koenigsfest & Ashlei King #BigBrothersBigSistersARK and Keon L. Gilbert Fellow @BrookingsInst
Xavier Freeman-Edwards, Senior Research and Administrative Assistant at The Brookings Institution, says wellness means creating balance to sustain his lifestyle and prioritize mental, physical, and emotional health.
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We sat down with Keon L. Gilbert, Fellow – Governance Studies, Race, Prosperity, and Inclusion Initiative @BrookingsInst to ask: When you were a child, what made you feel safe and cared for?
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What does well-being mean to you? Calvin Bell, Research Intern in Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution. Hear his perspective and join the conversation as we explore what well-being looks like in Black Life.
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Did you know October is Emotional Wellness Month? It’s a great time to focus on your mental and emotional health. What small steps are you taking today to prioritize your well-being? Share with us! #EmotionalWellnessMonth#SelfCare#WIBL
Join Wellness in Black Life & @bbbscentralar to elevate the voices of Black men and boys! Together, we’ll shape public policy and investments in their well-being.
COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: @bbbscentralar is teaming up with @BrookingsGov for its @WellnessBlkLife initiative. We'd love for you to be part of the conversation on the wellbeing of Black men & boys.
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How do we define & measure well-being in the U.S.? This article explores both subjective & objective approaches to well-being and the policies shaping it. Read more: https://t.co/Mn4y1Pelq6
We’re excited to introduce *Wellness in Black Life* with scholars from @BrookingsInst, working alongside communities in DC, Baltimore, and Little Rock to redefine well-being for Black men and boys.#WIBL https://t.co/QSZPNNQnrm
We’re excited to introduce *Wellness in Black Life* with scholars from @BrookingsInst, working alongside communities in DC, Baltimore, and Little Rock to redefine well-being for Black men and boys.#WIBL
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