Recognize Excellence
The Black Mental Health Symposium honors
professionals who have made significant
contributions to advancing mental
wellness in Black communities.
These awards recognize excellence
in practice, advocacy, education, and scholarship.
Know someone making a difference?
Submit your nomination today.
Choose the appropriate award category
Provide your contact information (nominator)
Enter the nominee's information
Write a compelling rationale explaining why this person deserves recognition
Submit by August 1, 2026
The Black Mental Health Symposium seeks to honor the extraordinary people working to improve mental health among Black communities. In alignment with our 10th-anniversary theme—Remember. Reset. Reclaim.—we are now accepting nominations for our annual scholarships and awards. We invite you to nominate yourself or a colleague who embodies the mission.