HEALTH & WELLNESS
“THIS INITIATIVE NOT ONLY ALIGNS WITH KAPPA ALPHA PSI’S MISSION OF FOSTERING ACHIEVEMENT BUT ALSO SERVES AS A MODEL FOR HOW GRASSROOTS EFFORTS, SUPPORTED BY STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS, CAN CREATE TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT. ”
year old. There was a total of 14 questions that were anonymous. Questions were asked about substance abuse, mood disorders, along with mental health concerns. The data was highlighted by Province and was a snapshot of the work that lies ahead with regard to the overall program. The provinces that were funded during this period were the Southeastern, South- western, South Central, Northern, North Central, Northeastern, and Western. The program has not been limited to only National and Province events. A Facebook social media group has been established with over 1,000 brothers involved and growing. Within this group discussions around various topics are held along with brothers feeling comfortable and vulnerable to discussing their mental state of health. The group
Psi’s mission of fostering achievement but also serves as a model for how grassroots efforts, supported by strategic investments, can create transformative impact. As the campaign continues, its legacy will extend far beyond the fraternity, setting a precedent for future collaborations aimed at addressing the complex health challenges facing our communities. ♦
If the fraternity could provide resources to help you obtain mental health services such as information, counseling, or therapy, would you use them?
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has become an account- ability space and area of motivation to be physically active and accountable for your individual health. If you are on Facebook please request to be added as well as invite other brothers as well by searching for the Are You Okay? Kappa Alpha Psi Health and Well- ness Group. Through the “Are You Ok?” Campaign, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. have
demonstrated how strate- gic partnerships can drive meaningful change. By addressing critical health disparities through educa- tion, training, and outreach, the program has laid the groundwork for lasting improvements in the health and wellness of the frater- nity’s members and the communities they serve. This initiative not only aligns with Kappa Alpha
SCAN THE QR CODE To view the full collection of ‘Are You Ok?’ webinars.
For helpful resources with our partner Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, visit: myhealthcantwait.com
14 THE JOURNAL ♦ SUMMER 2024
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