Using technology, mentoring, & creative arts to heal & empower young Black boys & men to lead values-based and violence-free lives. #endviolence
Chicago, IL
Joined April 2022
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Five years after the tragic death of George Floyd, the ongoing threat of police violence continues to be one of many stressors contributing to the mental health challenges facing Black men and boys.
Learn how psychologists are working to help: at.apa.org/jjs
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Explore resources, stories, and support for the Black community on our website: nami.org/sharinghope. Together, we can fight stigma, break down barriers to mental health care, and improve access to culturally competent care. 🙌🏿🙌🏾🙌🏽🙌🏼 #NotAlone #BlackHistoryMonth
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The BrotherlyACT™ Project retweeted
While the federal ban on assault weapons was in effect from 1994-2004, mass shooting deaths were 70% less likely to occur.
More than half of Americans support this life-saving policy. Remind your lawmakers that gun safety isn’t—and shouldn’t be—controversial: etwn.us/4051U6z
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Excited to share a sneak peek! The BrotherlyACT app modules are shaping up beautifully! From Gun Safety to Coping Skills and Mindfulness, we're equipping young men with tools to thrive. 🚀 #Empowerment #MentalHealth #YouthDevelopment
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Mental health matters just as much as physical health. It's okay to ask for help. #MensHealthMonth
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For Rush nurse practitioner Keisha Nicole House, helping people with substance use disorders is personal. House shares the personal connection and how she's educating the community about addiction with @cbschicago.
Watch the full segment: rsh.md/3ANYLiV
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Thank you @RushNursingDean for your leadership!!!
@FriendsOfNINR is a once a year event that @RushUNursing is happy to support - our senior & junior investigators benefit from @NINR healthy functioning ! Prof ‘s @wrenethajulion @DrChukaEmezue & #tomeka dowling in DC!
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The Health Equity work continues !
The impact of gun violence extends far beyond the individuals who are physically affected. Ted Corbin, MD, and John Rich, MD, join @WBEZreset with @SashaAnnSimons today at 12:20 p.m. to discuss how communities can work toward healing. Listen live at wbez.org.
ALT Portraits of two individuals against a grey background. On the left is John Rich, MD. On the right is Ted Corbin, MD.
The BrotherlyACT™ Project retweeted
Join us this Friday as we Take Back The Block with Mayor Johnson!
📍1400 -1500 N. Spaulding Street
Come out and stop by Youth Guidance's Table! We can't wait to see you there!
#TaketheBlockBack #HealingCommunities #ViolencePrevention
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Congratulations to C3EN Pilot Awardees Kirsten Dickins, @DrChukaEmezue, Li-Ting Longcoy, @eliztung, and @annavolerman on receiving grants and honors from NIH! c3en.org/2024/08/26/c3en-pil… @RushUNursing @thisisUIC @UChicagoMed @NIH @NIMHD
The BrotherlyACT™ Project retweeted
Educators, child welfare, behavioral health, and #YouthJustice practitioners can play a big role in promoting or disrupting youths’ healthy social and emotional development. Here's the facts...
ALT Five Things About Youth and Delinquency
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Together, we can work alongside community partners like Marquis to realize their vision for neighborhood well-being.
Let’s build healthier communities — without boundaries: rsh.md/4damEit
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Our work was featured in this @teamtrace editorial on gun violence prevention through telehealth! Proud to be part of this vital piece. More to be done @BrotherlyACT Read here: thetrace.org/2024/07/gun-vio… #GunViolencePrevention #Telehealth #PublicHealth
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Want to get involved in our fight for peace in Chicago? The best way is to JOIN OUR TEAM! We're currently hiring for multiple positions in communications, behavioral health, development, HR, and frontline staff. Check out all our openings: nonviolencechicago.org/join-…
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In 2022, nearly 27,000 lives were tragically lost to suicide using firearms. Self-directed gun violence is fueling our nation’s suicide epidemic.
We #WearOrange to reduce and prevent suicide.
Learn more about NAMI's policy positions on gun violence: nami.org/GunViolence
The BrotherlyACT™ Project retweeted
Today on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, we #WearOrange to call attention to America’s gun violence crisis that steals more than 44,000 lives and wounds nearly 97,000 more every year. This crisis is preventable. We don’t have to live or die like this.
Why do you #WearOrange today?
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Consider this today's reminder that you matter🌈 & you deserve to be here. You deserve to thrive & be happy. If you’re ever struggling with your mental health, #988Lifeline is here to help: LGBTQI+ youth, call 988 (press 3), text “PRIDE” to 988, or chat 988lifeline.org/help-yoursel…
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June is #MensMentalHealthMonth. Let’s shift the conversation around men’s mental health this and every month! Remember: asking for help with your mental health isn’t a sign of weakness - it’s a sign of strength. ❤️
Take a free mental health screening at screening.mhanational.org.
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🌈 HAPPY PRIDE MONTH 🌈 No matter what, YOU MATTER!
If you ever feel like you don’t, if you’re struggling emotionally, or if you just need to talk, help is available.
🌈 Help yourself & share to help others samhsa.gov/find-help #Pride2024 #PrideMonth
ALT 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 or 988Lifeline.org LGBTQI+ Youth Press 3 Text "PRIDE" Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 FindTreatment.gov FindSupport.gov SAMHSA’s National Helpline 1-800-662-4357 Veterans Crisis Line Dial 988 Press 1
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Today is Children's Mental Health Awareness Day!
Teaching kids to recognize and manage big feelings is key to their emotional development, and parents and caregivers play an important role in this process.
Learn more: at.apa.org/85583f
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth