The Center for Black Health & Equity

06/19/2026

On June 19, 1865, freedom finally came to over 250,000 enslaved Black people in Galveston Bay, Texas, when 2,000 army troops arrived and announced that they were free by executive decree — marking the national holiday, Juneteenth.

Today, Juneteenth represents freedom, liberation, and equity. At The Center for Black Health & Equity, we embody these principles through our mission to facilitate programs and services that benefit communities and people of African descent.

Consider investing in the future of Black health and the communities we serve by clicking the link or visiting centerforblackhealth.org/support. The Center is closed today for rest and reflection, but we are eager to continue our efforts on Monday, June 22.

06/18/2026

Intentions are good, but evaluation proves what actually works for our communities.

To amplify HIV/AIDS prevention and care, we teamed up with the evaluation experts at Rockman et al Cooperative to share real insights from the field.

This latest feature highlights Donte Prayer's critical work as The Center's HIV/AIDS Program Manager —showing exactly how lifting up community voices and tracking meaningful data can close the health equity gap for Black communities.

Visit the link below or the News tab on our website to read the piece: https://ow.ly/oqUw50ZcqsB

06/11/2026

40% of new HIV diagnoses are among Black Americans. Pride can come in knowing your status, too. For June's LGBTQ+ Pride Month, consider getting tested for HIV. Find your local testing center by visiting hiv.gov.

06/04/2026

Come see us this weekend in Durham for Durham Hunger Day! We'll be continuing our advocacy work for School Meals for All NC.

1 in 5 kids goes hungry every day in North Carolina. School meals for all can help.

To ensure every child in every public school has access to breakfast and lunch at no additional cost to their families. School Meals for All NC

05/22/2026

It’s a fact: Skin cancer affects people of all colors.

Even if you have a darker skin tone, always tan or rarely burn, you can still develop the disease.
This includes people of African descent.

For people of color, skin cancer is often diagnosed later, when it is harder to treat.

Simply put, if you have skin, you can get skin cancers like basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and melanoma.

For this , talk to your doctor to learn more about the warning signs to look out for.

05/19/2026

The Center aims to raise awareness of mental and behavioral health, inform constituents about available resources, and advocate for equity-centered legislation that will expand access to quality, affordable care for all.

Understanding, recognizing, and openly discussing mental health will reduce stigma, foster empathy, and promote early intervention for issues like anxiety and depression.

Text "MIND" to 89481 to take action now.

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05/19/2026

The United Apostolic Faith Church, under the inspirational guidance of Bishop Timothy Scholfield, recently underscored its deep commitment to community well-being with a profoundly impactful event. Deacon Franklin Boarder led a special observance known as "No Menthol Sunday," which brought together all congregations for a day dedicated to vital public health awareness. This significant initiative aimed to educate and empower church members and the wider community on the critical health risks associated with menthol-flavored to***co products. The celebration was marked by unity, informative discussions, and a collective pledge towards fostering healthier lifestyles, reflecting the church's unwavering dedication to the holistic welfare of its parishioners.

05/19/2026

Last Sunday, our community partner, Greater Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, joined the nationwide effort to recognize May 17th as No Menthol Sunday.

For decades, the commercial to***co industry has targeted the African American community with menthol products, knowing that the cooling sensation makes it easier to inhale toxic smoke and more difficult to quit ni****ne addiction. Thank you to GFMBC for equipping the community with knowledge about the harm caused by commercial to***co. 💚