Sparking the Conversation

Date: Tuesday, July 25th
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Boston Public Library Copley (700 Boylston St.) @ Commonwealth Salon
Light refreshments will be provided.

July is National BIPOC Mental Health Month. While statistics highlight the challenges faced by Black communities, this event goes beyond the numbers.

Hear lived experiences from a panel of Black mental health advocates:

• Carmen Blyden, MBA, Owner of Healthy Energy Actively Living (HEAL)
• Enzo Silon Surin, MFA, Award-winning Poet, Educator, Publisher, and Social Advocate

Moderated by:

• Paris Alston, Co-host of Morning Edition and The Wake Up podcast, GBH News

Together, let's:

• Break the stigma surrounding mental health.
• Learn about the unique struggles faced by Black communities.
• Spark important conversations about healing and access to care.

Host or Publisher PureSpark