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Mental Health Among Afro-Centric People; Every Piece Is Vital To The Puzzle, William J. Stubbs
Mental Health Among Afro-Centric People; Every Piece Is Vital To The Puzzle, William J. Stubbs
Black Issues Conference
The workshop will discuss the state of mental health in general amongst minority groups in particular black afro-centric people. The workshop will present the problem that still exist regarding health care for minority groups and focus in on mental health. Participants will engage in the issue of mental health from the lack of information and understanding of mental illness, The God/Faith factor, the reluctance and inability of the people to engage and access care. The workshop will integrate the old concept of the village having a vital part in the cultivation of the mental state of afro-centric people and how …
Would You Marry You? Black America & Marriage, Justin Nyke Coleman, Terry Esper Phd
Would You Marry You? Black America & Marriage, Justin Nyke Coleman, Terry Esper Phd
Black Issues Conference
"Would You Marry You? Black America & Marriage"- The lack of marriage is becoming an epidemic in the black community. In this PowerPoint based discussion we will go over the state of black marriage as we college students see it. We will also discuss the difference in the statistical upbringing of a child from a household with one parent compared to a child from a married household looking into the likelihood of going to prison, going to college, and getting married themselves. We will also take the time to turn the mirror on ourselves and ask the question, Would You …
Vote Or Die: The Power Of The Black Vote, Stephen J. Smith, Harlin Miller
Vote Or Die: The Power Of The Black Vote, Stephen J. Smith, Harlin Miller
Black Issues Conference
The progress of Blacks in America can, in many ways, be attributed to the advancements made by gaining the right to participate in the political process. From establishing equal opportunities in housing to leveling the playing field in the workplace, the quality of life we as African-Americans enjoy today would not be possible if those before us did not fight for the right to vote. However, today’s Black America exhibits great apathy when it comes to voting on all levels. Most, when asked about their political views and/or affiliation, cannot clearly articulate the differences between Conservative and Liberal, Democrat or …