In conjunction with World MentalHealthDay on Sunday, 6lack released a PSA to announce his partnership with local organization Mental Health America of Los Angeles and global therapy service BetterHelp.
released a PSA to announce his partnership with local organization Mental Health America of Los Angeles and global therapy service BetterHelp. The Grammy-nominated singer-rapper hopes to utilize his platform and personal experiences to further inform BIPOC communities about mental health resources, as well as advocate for fundamental changes within the entertainment industry.
"The past few years have been especially tough for black people, specifically when it comes to mental health," he told."I'm lucky enough to have access to mental health resources, and a support system of friends and family, but recognize that not everyone is that fortunate. I wanted to do my part to help create a support system for others to start their mental health journey.
Additionally, 6lack and BetterHelp will be donating six months worth of therapy to 50 BIPOC students in MHALA’s Transition-Age Youth Program, which helps young adults ages 18-25 with mental health needs and emotional disturbances, and who are homeless or nearly homeless, to fully integrate into the community.
"I’ve always done check-ins with myself to see how I feel about myself, life, and the things around me. I will say it wasn’t until recent, that I actually learned the importance of getting to the source of the things that don’t make me feel great," said 6lack."I want to share my experiences and talk about the resources/things that helped me, in order to spark people to do the same for themselves.
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