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Empowering Black Men's Mental Health

Grounded in strength, Strong Roots Collective is a supportive community dedicated to fostering mental health and well-being among Black men. Together, we are growing in healing and resilience.

Our
Story

Get to Know Us

Strong Roots Collective is dedicated to breaking mental health stigmas and creating access to culturally competent resources for Black men. Together, we’re cultivating a foundation for resilience and growth."

What We Do

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Awareness

Normalizing mental health conversations through campaigns and storytelling.
We challenge the stigma that keeps too many Black men suffering in silence. Through powerful storytelling, creative social campaigns, and educational workshops, we amplify voices and experiences that often go unheard—bringing mental health into the light and into everyday dialogue.

Resources

Providing therapy scholarships and directories for culturally competent care.
Access to mental health care shouldn't be a privilege. We provide scholarships for therapy sessions, and we maintain a growing directory of trusted, culturally responsive Black mental health professionals. Our goal is to bridge the gap between need and care without shame or barriers.

Advocacy

Promoting equitable mental health policies and practices.
We raise our voices not just for individuals, but for systemic change. From pushing for more inclusive mental health policies to partnering with organizations, schools, and legislators, we advocate for structural solutions that make mental health equity a reality, not a buzzword.

Community Building

Fostering connections through mentorship and wellness events.
Healing happens in community. We host wellness circles, mentorship programs, and culturally rooted events that bring Black men together in spaces of safety, reflection, and joy. Because collective healing is powerful—and no one should walk this journey alone.

Our Story

Mission

To empower Black men to prioritize their mental health by breaking stigmas, providing culturally relevant resources, and fostering a supportive community rooted in healing and strength.

Vision

A future where Black men have equitable access to mental health support, are free from stigma, and thrive in empowered communities.

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Programs & Initiatives

Therapy

We provide financial support for individuals from underrepresented communities to access therapy with culturally competent practitioners. These scholarships are designed to remove financial barriers and ensure recipients can engage in consistent, meaningful mental health care that respects their cultural background, lived experience, and identity. Our goal is to create a pathway to healing for those who have historically been underserved by the mental health system.

Awareness Campaigns

Through in-person workshops, digital storytelling, and social media engagement, we spark open conversations about mental health in Black communities and other marginalized groups. These campaigns aim to reduce stigma, educate the public, and encourage people to seek support. Our workshops provide practical tools for emotional resilience and highlight the importance of mental wellness as a collective responsibility.

Advocacy Work

We work alongside community leaders, mental health professionals, and policymakers to advocate for systemic changes that improve access to quality mental health care. This includes pushing for equitable funding, culturally competent training for providers, and inclusive mental health policies. Our advocacy is rooted in justice and aims to address the structural barriers that have historically excluded marginalized communities from proper mental health support.

Wellness Retreats

We organize immersive retreats designed to foster healing, reflection, and connection. These events incorporate mindfulness, movement, creative expression, and dialogue in safe, natural settings. Centered on self-care and collective healing, the retreats create space for participants to recharge, build community, and embrace holistic wellness practices that can be sustained in daily life.