Overview
The ACT Now! 2023 conference participants included members of the Mental Health of Black Canadians (MHBC)-funded staff and volunteers, COVID-19 and mental health-funded project staff, diverse and multidisciplinary team members from health and social services, Black leaders, Black elders, Black youth, Black 2SLGBTQ+, funding partners, academics and mental health researchers.
Key findings
The ACT Now! 2023 Conference not only surpassed expectations but also united participants from 7 Canadian provinces and one territory. Originally funded for 100 in-person attendees, the event exceeded projections with 135 on-site participants and an additional 132 joining online due to high demand. This surge in participation not only expanded our national network but also garnered widespread acclaim from all attendees.
Policy considerations
Encourage race-based data collection as part of transformative disruption and create evidence-based interventions/programs.
Program considerations
Engage in open dialogues with Black community members to identify community mental health needs and priorities.
Target population
General population, Black community
Intended audience
Policy Makers, Community Organizations, General Public
Geographic focus
Canada
Evidence type
Mixed
Source type
Other
Language
English
Reference
TAIBU Community Health Centre. (2023). Act Now: National Conference on Black Mental Health & Wellness conference report. https://taibuchc.ca
