Africans For Mental Health

Africans For Mental Health

3/1/2025, 6:08:59 AM

Hello March, Be Kind to Us. Be Patient with Us. #iamafricansformentalhealth #newmonth #March #patience #kindness

Africans For Mental Health

3/1/2025, 2:36:40 PM

March is International Women's Month! At Africans for Mental Health, we honor and appreciate the strength, compassion, patience, determination, unconditional love, resilience, and contributions of women. Your well-being matters, and your mental health is important. You are valued. You are seen. You are enough. From Africans for Mental Health, Thank you for all that you do. #iamafricansformentalhealth #internationalwomensmonth #womenshealth #womenmatter #womensmentalhealth #supportwomen #women

Africans For Mental Health

2/10/2025, 9:53:01 PM

*Maryland Community Resource:* Since its inception, the _Kappa Epsilon Lambda Education Foundation, Inc._ in conjunction with the *Kappa Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.* annually awards scholarships to students in *Prince George’s County, Maryland*. To date, nearly $300,000 has been awarded to encourage and assist students to attend and complete college. If you are a student in the community looking for a scholarship, please apply today. https://www.kelef1906.org/scholarship/

Africans For Mental Health

2/25/2025, 3:29:56 PM

🚨 *Webinar Alert - Kenya!* 🚨 The Kenya Psychiatric Association (KPA) invites you to a powerful discussion: 🗣️ *"Decriminalizing Suicide: A Journey of Legal Reforms, Progress, and Prevention in Kenya"* 📅 Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EAT) (11AM EST) 📍 Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/3xsbrjce *Speakers:* Professor Lukoye Atwoli | Professor and Dean of The AKU Dr. Mercy Karanja | Mental Health Director at the Ministry of Health and President of the Kenya Psychiatric Association Dr. Linnet Ongeri | Research Psychiatrist, KEMRI Suicide is a public health issue, not a crime. Join us as we explore legal reforms, progress made, and strategies for prevention. 🔗 Register now & be part of the change! #iamafricansformentalhealth #MentalHealthMatters #SuicidePrevention #Kenya #DecriminalizingSuicide #KPAWebinar #EndTheStigma

Africans For Mental Health

2/19/2025, 3:59:50 AM

*Baltimore, Maryland*! 🏀🩺 Join *AFMH* at the *CIAA Health and Mental Wellness Summit*, where expert panelists—including local athletes and medical professionals—will discuss critical health topics affecting our student-athletes and the African American community. *Topics include* mental health, nutrition, diabetes, and more! Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and prioritize your well-being. Registration is FREE! 📅 Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 10am-2pm EST 📍 Location: Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202 🔗 *Register here:* https://whova.com/portal/registration/TaTgAZPqrzZUaDzw6KLB/ #CIAAHealthSummit #MentalHealthMatters #WellnessForAll #iamafricansformentalhealth

Africans For Mental Health

2/6/2025, 4:54:45 PM

The City of Laurel's Council President Kyla Clark invites you to the 2025 Black History Celebration this Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the Laurel Multiservice Center from 1-3pm. Our Founder and CEO, Joanne Awuor Oport, will lead a community conversation on "It takes a village to raise a child." Stop by our table and learn more about our work, get your AFMH Swag, and engage with 25+ local businesses. #iamafricansformentalhealth

Africans For Mental Health

2/6/2025, 4:54:15 PM

🔴⚫🟡 Councilwoman and Council President Kyla Clark invites you to the City of Laurel’s *2025 Black History Month Celebration* on *Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 1PM – 3PM EST* at the *Laurel Multiservice Center*, 204 Fort Meade Road, Laurel, MD 20707! ✊🏾🎶📖! ✊🏾🎶📖 This event will be a heartfelt recognition of the rich culture and history of not only African Americans but the deeply rooted African culture. 🎶 The event will feature: ✅ Emcee: Sata Diop (DEIB Senior Consultant, Foundation of Inclusion X) ✅ Keynote Speaker: Joanne Awuor Oport, Founder & CEO of *Africans for Mental Health* ✅ Laurel High School Chorale Ensemble (Kevin A. Lewis, Sr.) ✅ Live Poetry & Cultural Performances ✅ Dancing & Music by DJ Aggie ✅ 25+ Black-Owned Vendors & Community Resources *PS: Don't forget to stop by our table, learn more about our work and get your AFMH Mantra Card, T-shirt and/or Hoodie* Let’s come together to celebrate Black history, culture, and community resilience! 🎉 Don’t miss out—bring your friends, family, and neighbors. 🔗 For more details, contact Council President Kyla Clark at [email protected]. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025 #iamafricansformentalhealth #LaurelMD

Africans For Mental Health

2/19/2025, 2:57:52 PM

💜 *We’re Training 120 People to Save Lives in North Texas!*💜 *Africans for Mental Health (AFMH)*, _in partnership with_ *JPS Health Network* and *Texas Wesleyan University*, is offering *FREE QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training* for *120 individuals in North Texas*! *QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer)* is a nationally recognized suicide prevention training that teaches you how to: ✅ Recognize the warning signs of suicide ✅ Engage with someone in crisis and offer hope ✅ Refer them to professional help and support *Upcoming Training Dates*: 📅 Cohort #4: Saturday, March 29, 2025 📅 Cohort #5: Saturday, April 12, 2025 Choose One Session (30 spots per session): 🕘 Morning Session: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST 🕑 Afternoon Session: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM CST 📢 *Be 1 of 120 trained to make a difference! Open to all over 18 years. Register now—spots are limited!* 🔗 *Register Here:* http://www.africansformentalhealth.org/trainings 📝 Registration closes March 20, 2025, or when full. 📍 *Location:* Bobby Bragan Fellowship Hall, Polytechnic United Methodist Church Texas Wesleyan University, 3229 E. Rosedale St., Fort Worth, Texas 76105 ❓ Questions? Contact [email protected] At the end of the training, participants will receive a *1-year QPR Gatekeeper certification* and the skills to help save lives. 💙💚💜 Together, we can make a difference! #suicideprevention #iamafricansformentalhealth #SaveLives #MentalHealth

Africans For Mental Health

2/2/2025, 1:20:14 AM

Hello February! Be Kind to us. Be Patient with Us. #iamafricansformentalhealth #newmonth #February #patience #Kindness

Africans For Mental Health

2/4/2025, 1:30:23 AM

February is Black History Month! #iamafricansformentalhealth #blackhistorymonth #blackmentalhealth #community