Name: The Black Mental Health Conference 2026: The Black Man’s Burden
Start: 2026-05-27T09:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-05-27T15:30:00+01:00
Location: GL1 3AX

$The Black Mental Health Conference 2026: The Black Man\u2019s Burden$

Join us for the inaugural Black Mental Health Conference, dedicated to addressing the mental health challenges faced by the Black Community.
About this Event

About this event

Join us for the inaugural and impactful Black Mental Health Conference 2026, dedicated to addressing the mental health challenges faced by the Black community. This conference will bring together mental health professionals, community leaders, educators, NHS representatives, police, housing sector experts, and members of the Black community to examine the systemic issues affecting wellbeing and access to care.

Whether you work in healthcare, education, policing, housing, or grassroots community support, this conference will provide insights, inspiration, and strategies to help prioritise mental health and reduce stigma within Black communities.

The conference theme, ‘The Black Man’s Burden,’ draws on both historical roots and contemporary relevance. It takes its inspiration from Reverend Henry Johnson’s powerful response to Rudyard Kipling’s ‘The White Man’s Burden,’ highlighting the ongoing legacy of colonialism, systemic injustice, and racial oppression.

While the title specifically references Black men, it is intended as a general statement reflecting the shared experiences and challenges faced by both Black men and women. These forces continue to impose distinct challenges on Black communities, profoundly impacting their mental health. Our aim is to unpack this burden, explore its origins, and foster critical discussions around healing, resilience, and systemic change.

We are honoured to welcome Dr Leroy Logan, MBE, who will deliver a keynote address.

Conference Schedule:

Registration and Coffee: 9:30 AM
Conference Start: 10:00 AM
Conference Ends: 3:30 PM

Who will we hear from:

Audrey James: Psychotherapist and Host
Leroy Logan MBE: Former Superintendent in the Metropolitan police
Charles Brown: Psychoanalytical Psychotheraphist
Damel Carayol: Artist , Poet and Musician

What to Expect:

Keynote presentations from expert speakers
Interactive Q&A sessions to engage directly with thought leaders
Panel discussions exploring mental health across social institutions
Networking opportunities with professionals and community advocates

What else do I need to know?

There is plenty of free parking available on-site at Kingsholm Stadium for your convenience.

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