The African American Child Wellness Institute will host its first Visit with Santa event on December 13, offering children a chance to meet a Black Santa Claus while families enjoy free toys, books, refreshments, entertainment, and health screenings in a community centered setting.
African American Child Wellness Institute
Suicide is no longer just a white problem
Recent studies have shown a significant increase in suicide rates among Black adolescents, with experts citing systemic racism, suicide by proxy.
Rising youth suicide rate linked to increased mental health concerns, CDC data shows
One in five adolescents between the ages of 12 to 17 report experiencing feelings of anxiety and depression.
