Our Team is Now Certified to Teach QPR Suicide Prevention Training!
At Black People Die By Suicide Too (BPDBST), we believe that knowledge is power especially when it comes to saving lives. On Monday, April 28, 2025, we reached a major milestone in our commitment to suicide prevention and education. Our Executive Director T-Kea Blackman, MPS, CPRS, RPS, and Executive/Administrative Assistant officially became certified QPR (Question, […]
Fundraising Pros, We Need You! Hiring a Development Specialist (Part-Time Contractor)
At Black People Die By Suicide Too (BPDBST), we are committed to suicide prevention and mental health. We believe in the power of advocacy, storytelling, and community to save lives. But to continue this vital work, we need resources and that’s where you come in! If securing funding is your superpower and you thrive on […]
Join Our Team: We’re Hiring a Marketing Communications Manager (Part-Time Contractor)
At Black People Die By Suicide Too (BPDBST), we’re on a mission to break the silence around mental health and suicide in the Black community. We’re growing our team and looking for a Marketing & Communications Manager (Part-time Contractor) who’s got the creativity, strategy, and digital skills to help amplify our message. If you’re passionate […]
PRESS RELEASE: Black People Die By Suicide Too Receives Its Largest Grant to Date: $100,000 Rising Equity Grant from The MATTIE Fund
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media ContactT-Kea Blackman, MPS, CPRS, RPSt-kea@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org301-915-6771 Baltimore, MD (March 31, 2025) — Black People Die By Suicide Too (BPDBST) is honored to be awarded a $100,000 Rising Equity Grant from The MATTIE Fund: Mindful Advocacy for Totally Transformative Inclusion and Equity marking the largest grant the organization has received since its founding […]
Important Update: Restructuring for a Stronger Future
As our organization continues to grow, we are taking a step back to reassess and restructure our programs to better serve our community. With the increasing demand for our work, these changes are necessary to ensure we continue to provide impactful and sustainable support. During this transition, our podcast will be on hold until further […]
Join Us for The Plug: PureSpark’s 5-Year Anniversary Celebration in Boston!
We’re thrilled to announce that our Executive Director and Co-Founder, T-Kea Blackman, MPS, CPRS, RPS, will be joining PureSpark for their highly anticipated 5-Year Anniversary Celebration, The Plug, in Boston! This incredible event will bring together advocates, wellness providers, and community leaders to celebrate mental health, Black wellness, and the power of healing through connection. […]
Founder on the Move: T-Kea Blackman’s Journey to Advancing Black Suicide Prevention
At Black People Die By Suicide Too (BPDBST), we are proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our executive director/co-founder, T-Kea Blackman, MPS, CPRS, RPS. A fierce advocate and change-maker in Black mental health and suicide prevention, T-Kea has been accepted into the PhD program at the University of Maryland, College Park, where she will […]
Renewed Resilience Day: Celebrating the Strength of Suicide Survivors
Created by our co-founder, T-Kea Blackman, MPS, CPRS, RPS, Renewed Resilience Day is a day to celebrate suicide survivors, individuals who struggle with suicidal ideation, and encourage others to share their stories, and raise awareness about suicide in the Black community. Surviving a suicide attempt is often met with shame and silence but we’re here […]
Exciting News: Continued Support from Black Women’s Mental Health Institute!
We are honored to share that the Black Women’s Mental Health Institute has renewed its $3,000 sponsorship for the second year in a row! Their ongoing support directly funds our Black & Suicidal Peer Support Groups and general operations, allowing us to continue creating safe spaces for healing, connection, and empowerment in the Black community. […]
🧶Cozy Conversations & Peer Support: Chunky Blanket Workshop
Join us for a Cozy Conversations & Peer Support: Chunky Blanket Workshop led by FSC Workshop on Monday, February 17, 2025, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at 5805 Silver Hill Road #Unit 1b District Heights, MD 20747. Create your own chunky blanket while engaging in meaningful conversations about mental health, suicide prevention, and wellness tools for mindfulness, stress relief, and connection. […]
