This event is for the amplification, storytelling, and healing of Black men. Join us as our panelists share their experiences at the intersection of Blackness and Masculinity. This safe space will allow for all Black men to connect about the stereotypes associated with being a Black man in The Bay, including how certain myths and stereotypes plague Black men in everyday life.
This timely discussion is intended on providing a space to acknowledge, explore and celebrate the lived realities, hopes, dreams, and challenges that are tied into identity and perception of Black men.
OUR PANELISTS:
Dr. Bedford Palmer II (MODERATOR) is a licensed counseling psychologist and Associate Professor in the Counseling Department at Saint Mary’s College of California. He also co-hosts the Naming It podcast, where he promotes social justice action and awareness through a psychological lens.
Denzel Herrera-Davis is a storyteller, life coach, and consultant living in Oakland, CA. He is the founder of Create The Space, a novel developmental wellness program for men of color that promotes healing, embraces healthy relationships, and challenges traditional notions of masculinity for men of color through shared vulnerability in community workshops and events.
Leon Sykes aka Dnas is a Oakland native, educator, On-Air host (Streets Is Talking Radio), founding member of #510Day, and community leader. All around champion of all things pertaining to Black Oakland.
De’Juan Donie is Bay Area born, dancer/choreographer, host and Co-Founder of GoodVBZ.
Jesse Byrd is an Award-Winning Children’s Book Author and Oakland Native. Besides his original work, Jesse is creating children’s books for ex-NBA players, Public Figures and Non-Profits.