Community Speaker Series: A Conversation on Black Mental Health, 25 September | Event in Tacoma | AllEvents

Community Speaker Series: A Conversation on Black Mental Health

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Thu, 25 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm

6315 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA, United States, Washington 98466

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Thu, 25 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm (PDT)

6315 S 19th St, Washington 98466

6315 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA 98466-6217, United States

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Community Speaker Series: A Conversation on Black Mental Health
Join us for an evening of open, honest community conversation with a panel of local Black leaders and advocates committed to mental health and well-being. With Opening Remarks from special guest, State Senator, T'wina Nobles, the Panelist are:
—Elizabeth Porter, MSW, LICSWA Licensed Therapist, Diversity & HR
—David Strong, Former ED, NAMI Pierce County, Mental Health Advocate
—Dr. Khalila Fordham, Psychologist, Gray Matter Solution
—Ulysses Cheney, Executive Director, Health Professions & Facilities, WA Department of Health

Educator & Advocate, Keishawna A. Smith, will serve as moderator. Together, we’ll work to reduce stigma and talk about mental health, self-care and healing.
The panel will explore:
—How racism, bias and cultural misunderstanding shape experiences in behavioral healthcare.
—Practical tips for finding & talking with a good-fit, local provider
—Strategies for self-care & supporting one another.
Let’s come together to listen, learn & grow.

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Community Speaker Series: A Conversation on Black Mental Health, 25 September | Event in Tacoma | AllEvents
Community Speaker Series: A Conversation on Black Mental Health
Thu, 25 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm