Impact & Projects
Transformative initiatives driving measurable change in maternal and family health
Dads to Doulas is an innovative educational program training fathers to be active, informed, and supportive partners throughout the maternal health journey. The curriculum addresses pregnancy, birth, postpartum care, and paternal mental health, strengthening family outcomes through father engagement.
Program Impact
6 successful cohorts completed with exceptional feedback
Asynchronous curriculum distributed for wider accessibility
Participants gained deeper understanding of maternal health needs
Improved communication between partners and co-parents
Increased comfort discussing mental health and emotional well-being
Strengthened cross-gender empathy and mutual respect
Equipped fathers with practical tools, not just information
Dads to Doulas
Father Education & Maternal Health Program
Dear Fathers
Media Platform · Program Strategist
Dear Fathers is a premier media platform amplifying the stories of Black fathers while providing comprehensive resources and evidence-based programming. Grounded in four pillars—mental health, intellectual growth, financial wellness, and physical health—the platform equips Black men with the tools and community to thrive in their roles as fathers, partners, and leaders.
Platform Reach & Impact
5 million social media users reached monthly
17,000+ engaged email subscribers
45,000+ monthly website visitors
Active podcast amplifying father voices and expert insights
Community events including Dear Fathers Night and Holidays with Dad
Partnerships with national conferences and major sports organizations
Str8 Mental
Mental Health Initiative for Black Men
Str8 Mental is a community-rooted mental health initiative providing Black men with safe, facilitated spaces to discuss mental health, grief, emotional wellness, and life stressors. The program dismantles stigma while connecting fathers with culturally responsive mental health resources and professional support.
Program Outcomes
100% participant approval and recommendation rate
75+ participants served through structured sessions
5,000+ dad-to-therapist connections facilitated
Successfully normalized mental health conversations among Black men
Created culturally affirming spaces for emotional wellness
Participants consistently report feeling seen, heard, and supported
Established trust in community-based mental health approaches
Doula Lab Community Hikes
Director of Men's Programming
A series of wellness-centered nature hikes designed to create accessible, non-clinical spaces for Black men to engage in holistic health conversations. By combining physical activity with facilitated discussions, the program reduces barriers to mental health engagement while building community and accountability.
Community Wellness Outcomes
100+ Black men engaged in inaugural programming
Increased access to nature-based wellness practices
Successfully reduced stigma around mental health discussions
Fostered peer connection and mutual accountability
Created culturally affirming health education outside traditional settings
Demonstrated effectiveness of alternative mental health approaches
Strategic Community Partnerships
National & Local Collaborations
Strategic partnerships with major sports organizations, national health conferences, and community institutions to amplify impact, reach diverse audiences, and integrate fatherhood programming into spaces where men and families already gather.
Partnership Portfolio
Sports Partnerships: Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards, Memphis Grizzlies, Golden State Warriors, Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Dodgers, St. Louis Cardinals
National Conferences: National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI), National Black Nurses Association (NBNA)
Health Organizations: American Heart Association, Healthier Moms and Babies Conference, St. Louis Integrated Health Network (IHN)
Reached millions through high-visibility partnerships
Integrated health equity messaging into community spaces
Created sustainable partnership models for ongoing impact
"Real community impact doesn't start with grand ideas. It starts with paying attention. When we understand the environment, activate the resources within the community, and uplift the people whose gifts are already present, change becomes inevitable."
— Brad M. Edwards
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