Black Mental Wellness Conference: Reclaiming Our Power Protecting Our Peace

We are excited to announce the , which will be held on October 24, 2025 at the Silver Spring Civic Center, 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD 20910.

The theme of the 2025 conference, , will center healing within the Black community by honoring our past, recognizing where we are in the present, and envisioning a future of mental health that prioritizes our wellness and protects our peace. This is more than a conference-it is a call to action. Sessions will facilitate intentional learning and discussions on Black mental health and our intersecting identities while engaging attendees in holistic self-care practices aimed to recharge, reflect, and reclaim your mental wellness.

Now in our sixth year, Reclaiming our Power and Protecting our Peace is a celebration of Black excellence, mental wellness, community strength and a call to move boldly toward a future of radical healing and liberation. Since 2020, we have hosted over 1,000 attendees. Participants include a diverse community of stakeholders such as mental health experts, community advocates, social influencers, educators, spiritual leaders, allies, and families.

This is a conference for anyone who is invested in Black mental health and wellness and is ready to reclaim their power while protecting their peace.

APA Continuing Education

Black Mental Wellness, Corp. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. 6.5 continuing education for psychologists are available for registrants who attend the live conference. Black Mental Wellness, Corp. maintains responsibility for this conference and its content.

For more information:

Website: https://www.blackmentalwellness.com/blackmentalwellnessconference

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Donations

Donate today to support our training programs, therapy access, and educational events sponsored by the Black Mental Wellness Foundation.

If you wish to cancel your registration and receive a refund, contact Nicole Cammack at [email protected] BEFORE September 30, 2025. A $75 administrative fee will be applied to all refunds.

No cancellations will be accepted after September 30, 2025 including medical, personal, or work-related reasons.

Info: The conference will kick off with a powerful interactive conversation led by the founders of Black Mental Wellness and a leader within the mental health field as our keynote speaker focuses on the theme "Reclaiming Our Power and Protecting Our Peace". This year, we will honor the rich history of healing within the Black community, acknowledging the strength that has carried us through the past, recognizing the present challenges we face, and envisioning a future where mental health is rooted in healing, wellness, and peace.

Info: In this session, we will explore the unique mental health challenges that Black men face, including the pressures of masculinity, societal expectations, and systemic barriers. This discussion will focus on strategies for healing, strengthening mental resilience, and creating supportive spaces for Black men to address their mental wellness. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a candid, open conversation about breaking down mental health stigmas and fostering brotherhood in healing.

Info: Breakout Session 2: Healing Circle: This session will provide a transformative space for participants to engage in a healing circle. Through reflection, storytelling, and collective healing, attendees will acknowledge the strength of our ancestors who cultivated community, found joy even in times of struggle, and laid the foundation for our resilience today.  As we navigate the current political and social climate, this healing circle will explore: How are we impacted? How do we care for ourselves and our communities? And most importantly, how do we continue to thrive? This is a space for healing, for visioning, and for reclaiming joy—together.

Info: Sister to Sister. Black Women and Mental Health Panel Discussion: Black women often carry the weight of multiple identities and roles, from caregivers to community leaders, and face distinct mental health challenges due to systemic oppression, racial trauma, and gendered expectations. This session will center the experiences of Black women and provide a safe space for sharing, healing, and empowerment. Attendees will engage in conversation on the importance of self-care, community support, and mental health advocacy, with an emphasis on creating sustainable practices for mental wellness.

Info: Roundtable 1: LGBTQ+: This roundtable discussion will focus on the mental health experiences of Black LGBTQ+ individuals, addressing the unique challenges of intersectionality, discrimination, and the impact of societal pressures on mental wellness. Participants will explore how cultural attitudes, systemic marginalization, and the need for inclusive mental health care shape the lived experiences of Black LGBTQ+ individuals. The session will highlight community-driven approaches to healing and advocacy for LGBTQ+ mental health support.

Info: Roundtable 2: Self-Care for Helping Professionals: Helping professionals, especially those working with marginalized communities, often experience burnout and secondary trauma. This roundtable will focus on the unique challenges faced by behavioral health professionals and caregivers in the Black community. Strategies for sustainable self-care, creating boundaries, and fostering resilience will be discussed, with an emphasis on the importance of community support and peer connections in preventing burnout.

Info: Breakout Session 1: Social Media and Media Impact on Mental Health: Social media plays a central role in shaping how we view ourselves and our communities. This breakout session will explore the profound impact of social media and traditional media on mental health, and the ways in which media can both support and challenge our ability to care for ourselves.  Experts will discuss the positives and pitfalls of media, focusing on the effects of representation, comparison, and digital activism. Attendees will gain insights on how to cultivate a healthy relationship with media, how to navigate media mindfully, set healthy boundaries, and foster a digital environment that prioritizes mental wellness.

Info: Closing. Lived Experiences Panel Discussion: The conference will close with a powerful panel featuring individuals who have lived experience with mental health challenges and triumphs. These speakers will share their personal journeys of healing, resilience, and reclaiming their power. The panel will serve as a reminder of the strength within our community and will inspire all attendees to continue their own journeys of mental wellness and healing.

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