For this year’s Black History Month theme, we turn our attention to the importance of health and wellness in the Black community, and honor the legacy of Black scholars, medical practitioners, and wellness experts. Each week in February, a new facet of Black health and wellness will be highlighted to showcase Black-owned businesses, organizations, and grassroots efforts whose goal is to lift up the mind, body, spirit, and community of Black people everywhere.

This week’s highlight focuses on initiatives and organizations that center community engagement. From organizations offering tangible acts of service, to groups that rebuild neighborhoods and create spaces for collaboration, to programs that empower youth to confidently lead their communities forward, these organizations are building and powering sustainable opportunities for connection, support and success.

Be sure to follow and support the organizations and resources we have highlighted in this series in addition to staying engaged and educated on Black history and current events all year long.