POV: Black Lives Matter

Published: June 11, 2020, 2 a.m.

In Episode 6 of the podcast, Dylan is joined by Nita, AKA BlkCosmicGoddess on instagram where they discuss the revolution that is taking place across the United States and dozens of other countries. They discuss Nita's personal experiences in the spiritual community, mental health of black youth, the need for spiritual people to speak up, and their shared desire for people to simply listen and take action. 

You can find Nita at:
Instagram: 
@Blkcosmicgoddess
and
@thevonandmommyshow
Tiktok:
@thevonandmommyshow

Dylan can be found at:
Instagram:
@Dylan.elliottintutive
Email:
dylanehargrove@gmail.com

if you or anyone you know is struggling with mental health related issues here are some resources below:

  • Mental Health America Hotline: Text MHA to 741741. Mental Health America is a nationwide organization that provides assistance through this text line. You will be linked to someone who can guide you through a crisis or just provide information.
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Crisis intervention and free emotional support are available, which is helpful when you need confidential assistance during a time of emotional distress for you or a loved one. The helpline is open 24/7, and a live online chat is available as well.
  • Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741. Specialized crisis counselors are just a text message away on this free, confidential 24-hour support line. To further protect your privacy, these messages do not appear on a phone bill. The text line also provides services and support if you are upset, scared, hurt, frustrated, or distressed
  • NOPCAS (National Organization for People of Color Against Suicide)
    NOPCAS aims to bring suicide and depression awareness to minority communities that have historically been discounted from traditional awareness programs. http://www.nopcas.com/
  • The National Hispanic Family Health Helpline 1-866-Su Familia
    Su Familia offers Hispanic consumers free, reliable, and confidential health information, resources and local referral services in in Spanish and English.
  • The National Immigration Law Center
    The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of low-income immigrants.
  • GLBT National Help Center 1-888-THE-GLNH
    The GLBT National Help Center provides gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender & questioning people with free & confidential peer-support & local resources. See their website for more information: http://www.glbthotline.org/