While mental health concerns are universal, those of us with marginalized identities (such as BIPOC, LGBTQ, disabled, veteran, Spanish-speaking, or other demographic characteristics) bear the weight of additional mental health barriers.

Deanne, our Michigan State Manager at Khesed, reflects her experience of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month with us below. We invite you to gain insight into her intersectional experiences working at Khesed, navigating grief and loss, and existing as a Black woman in America.