Joy Society In The News

NBC4’s The Conversation: Black executives discuss mental health

In March of 2021, Elizabeth Joy sat down with four Black executives to talk about mental wellness and the unique struggles faced by the Black community and, specifically, Black helpers and leaders. Joy began the conversation by describing some of the difficulties she encountered when creating and leading support groups for Black helpers as part …

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Black Community Ambassador Program Supports the Supporters

The Joy Society began as the Black Community Ambassador Support Program (BCASP). In March 2019, a group of African American individuals gathered and reflected upon their own experiences and challenges with mental and emotional well-being, as well as those of others who looked like them. Initial brainstorming focused on the well-being of Black helpers. These …

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