Ithaca College

The inaugural cohort of BOLD scholars will be introducing a new program — Engaging Mental Health in People of Color (EMPOC). The mission is to boldly challenge mental health stigmas, mainly through dialogue, that affect students of color.         

EMPOC will be holding its first event Oct. 11, 6–8 p.m. in Klingenstein Lounge. The event, titled “BOLD Presents Engaging Mental Health in People of Color,” will be an interactive discussion facilitated by Tynesha Wright-Lindo, a local social worker. 

The event will have an interactive focus, and allow audience members to better explore their own relationship with their mental health while also learning about the history of mental health and how it pertains to people of color. The goal of the event is to open up an important dialogue about people of color’s mental health, and better understand how it can be affected on a predominantly white campus.

All are welcome to attend and participate in these important conversations. A wide variety of free food and beverages will be available. Any individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact boldwomenlead@gmail.com. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible. Follow us on Instagram @icboldwomen for my information about upcoming events.