Formally recognized in June 2008, Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month was established with a crucial goal in mind—to raise awareness about the distinct challenges that underrepresented groups face regarding mental illness in the United States. Bebe Moore Campbell, an American author, journalist, teacher, and mental health advocate, dedicated her life to shedding light on the mental health needs of the Black community and other marginalized communities. In the spirit of carrying forward Bebe Moore Campbell's visionary work, we strive to develop resources aimed at addressing and supporting the specific needs of BIPOC individuals.

BIPOC Mental Health Month in the Workplace

Employees of color have unique needs often related to intergenerational health inequality, trauma and stress. In saying this, creating healthy workplaces is becoming increasingly important, especially as we continue to face unprecedented levels of stress and burnout in the modern workforce.

Read below for some tips on how to create a healthier workplace for your BIPOC employees, a webinar opportunity to share, and resources from Mental Health America.

Tips to create a healthier workplace for your BIPOC employees:

Mental Health America Webinar Opportunity

We Take Care of Us: BIPOC Led Community Spaces Providing Healing and Support

Tuesday, July 18, 2023     1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT

Join Radiance and Mental Health America in celebration of Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month for the second of a two-part webinar series on culture, community, and mental health. This panel-style discussion will focus on the importance of safe, supportive, culturally vibrant BIPOC-led spaces within our communities. Throughout the discussion, we will explore how to find or create community spaces that promote healing, provide mental health support, and accept identity and culture.

Mental Health America BIPOC Mental Health Toolkit

Mental Health America’s 2023 BIPOC Mental Health Toolkit focuses on Culture, Community, & Connection. It addresses the impact of the environment on mental health, particularly for BIPOC communities. Despite historical trauma and displacement, BIPOC individuals continue to thrive. The toolkit offers free resources, including factsheets, worksheets, and advocacy tips. Mental Health America aims to close the mental health equity gap and invites you to download and share the toolkit to support and inspire BIPOC communities. 

In conclusion, creating a healthy workplace requires a commitment to both physical and mental health. By prioritizing movement, mental health, positivity, and flexibility, you can create a workplace that supports the well-being of your team.

We are here to support your employees and teams. Schedule a meeting with Rooted in Radiance to champion your well-being journey.

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