Living Waters Inc, a faith based non-profit, in partnership with the Black Youth Wellness Initiative and the Department of Sociology at UNC Charlotte will host its 2023 Black Youth Wellness Summit on September 23rd in Charlotte. The summit, which coincides with Suicide Prevention Month, is the feature event for Living Waters’ Black Youth Wellness Weekend activities.

he summit will provide:
A forum for Black youth to share their ideas, opinions, and concerns, to be heard, respected and responded to about the issues, approaches, and decisions that impact their mental and emotional wellbeing
Activities and information for Black youth to learn coping skills for managing stress, building resilience, and enhancing their self-esteem. The activities include Healing Through Creative Expression wellness stations for:
Drumming/Dance
Art
Crafts/Beads
Spoken Word
Yoga wellness station and resources for parents/caregivers