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The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation is a nonprofit organization serving the Black Community and our Mental Freedom šŸ–¤

Joined April 2019
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'Racism and its effect on the health care system is not taught at all in med school' — @DrKaliMD is using her platform to raise awareness about the biases and racism in the psychiatry field
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
Excited for our event this week with @BLHFoundation, @Yarashaahidi, @common & more to provide tools to combat mental health challenges within the BIPOC community. We're matching donations up to $250k! bit.ly/3xBnmQP
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People don't often want to talk about mental health, but award-winning actress @tarajiphenson has something she’d like to discuss. Here, she talks about breaking down stigmas, her non-profit @BLHFoundation, and finding her footing as a philanthropist. twnctry.co/WIHcVtb
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She been moving around. #allfrommycloset šŸ‘€ā¤ļøšŸ’‹šŸ’‹šŸ’‹ instagram.com/p/CPV11eWjNgm/…
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.@tarajiphenson tells us about her new passion project #TheUnspokenCurriculum from the @BLHFoundation that focuses on Black students and their mental health.
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COMING UP on @TheView: Emmy winning actress @tarajiphenson joins LIVE to talk about her new campaign #TheUnspokenCurriculum that helps Black students dealing with mental health issues.
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COMING UP: Emmy-winning actress @tarajiphenson joins us LIVE to talk about her new campaignĀ #TheUnspokenCurriculumĀ that helps Black students dealing with mental health issues.
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
.@tarajiphenson discusses how the pandemic has impacted mental health and shares her mission to make a positive impact on Black Americans in and out of the classroom through her new campaign, #TheUnspokenCurriculum. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth abcn.ws/2RiH3wd
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
The @BLHFoundation was founded by @tarajiphenson and is committed to eradicating the stigma around mental health issues in the African American community. Get involved here: dailyshow.com/BLHensonFounda…
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We're proud to announce our new partnership with @BLHFoundation to expand mental health services to #DC students! Join us June 8 for a night of learning, discussion & action with @tarajiphenson. Sponsorship & ticket info: ow.ly/2Msq50EGsGV #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
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Black Mental Health Matters šŸ–¤ #BlackInkCHI's @Bishopdon_9 opens up about what it was like facing mental health issues as a Black man, brother, and father, as well as the stigma behind never seeking help in communities of color. Visit MentalHealthIsHealth.us for more resources.
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
On today’s episode @Traciejadej and I are breaking down the misconceptions of bipolar disorder along with our guests. Studies show that an estimated 4.4% of adults experience bipolar disorder at some time in their lives. #FindYourPeaceofMind *TW: Bipolar Disorder*
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Today @Traciejadej and I speak with @JayPharoah about his experience with police brutality. Jay was minding his business as officers approached and profiled him for ā€œfitting a descriptionā€. Tune in now PLUS Wednesday for more. #FindYourPeaceofMind *TW: Police Brutality*
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
.@tarajiphenson has been an outspoken advocate for Black mental health—and through her advocacy, foundation, and vulnerability, she has consistently provided support to those struggling. #StigmaBreakers bit.ly/2J6VosC
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
IT’S FINALLY HERE!! The first episode of ā€˜Peace of Mind with Taraji’ is out!Our first guest is my good sis @itsgabrielleu, who speaks on her experience with PTSD. Stream it now only on @facebookwatch #FindYourPeaceofMind *TW: This episode discusses rape.*
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
It’s time to talk about Mental Health. Join me and my long-time friend, Tracie, as we set out to change the perception of mental health in the Black community – one story at a time. Premiering this Monday, December 14th 9am PT/12pm ET on @FacebookWatch #PeaceOfMind
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
I’m excited to finally share something I’ve been working on for SO long! Tune in to Peace of Mind with Taraji premiering on December 14th only on @facebookwatch. It’s about to get REAL!
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
ā€œIt’s being in a safe place. Being in a place where you feel safe to share.ā€ @tarajiphenson and Tracie Jenkins on normalizing therapy #TIME100Talks
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Join me and @TIME tomorrow at 1pm ET for #TIME100Talks! Register here: time.com/time100talks
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Boris L. Henson Foundation retweeted
Honored to be included alongside other @PledgeOne members in Times Square to kickoff #GivingTuesday at the virtual Nasdaq Opening Bell ceremony! To support the campaign we featured with @tarajiphenson and her incredible @BLHFoundation, text NOSTIGMA to 707070. #pledgetodogood