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Juneteenth and Centering Black Voices with Ronie Brimpong
Juneteenth is now a federal holiday, but do we know the history behind this anniversary? Join Jose, and a member of our TPE community, Ronie, as we talk about Juneteenth, Black health disparities, and being an ally to the Black community.
‘Mental health isn’t a one-size-fits-all’
Jose Rosario, CEO and founder of The Phoenix Empowered, said he believes it is important for conversations about mental health to reflect people’s different experiences and identities.
"I hear you": The Psychology of Our Differences
When interacting with people, we can easily identify our differences. But, what happens when we recognize that we all have differences? Communities where individuals can grieve and heal collectively, emerge and are united by a shared identity that influences the ways in which we experience the sociopolitical world. So, how do we advance mental health practices to meet the needs of a diverse world and honor differences?