These organizations focused on the mental health and well-being of Black communities can offer some much-needed support right now.
To say there is so much happening in the world right now is an understatement. This pain, these stories and these experiences are, sadly, not new experiences for Black men and women but with the events of recent weeks and the added stress of the COVID-19 pandemic, one’s mental health deserves some extra attention right now.
To that end, we’ve rounded up eight Black mental health services and organizations across Canada that can help support you and your loved ones.Founded by Monica Samuel, this Toronto-based organization provides consent and mental health education, advocacy and support for Black women and non-binary people, and survivors of sexual violence.
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