The Stigma of Mental Illness

February 5, 2025, By PBSWest.org

Please join the Men of Sigma for a film screening, interactive discussion, and free resources, as we confront the stigma of mental illness on black & brown men. This highly anticipated, FREE community event will feature the following:

1. Expand Program Outreach: Deepen engagement with fraternity members, within our chapters, our region and external organizations to better serve our military community.
2. Celebrity Host and Co-Host: America's Psychologist Dr. Jeffrey Gardere & ROXI!
3. An interactive mental health panel discussion with Dr. Yusef Salaam (Member of New York City Council & The Exonerated Five), Hon. Chris V. Rey, J.D., International President of Phi Beta Sigma, Fraternity, Inc., and Arron Muller, LCSW.
4. A Red Carpet Walk and the private screening of the groundbreaking film Perdido written and directed by Muhammad Bilal. Perdido is a film about an African American man who reluctantly seeks help from a Latino therapist when suppressed memories begin to resurface after a tragic encounter with police.
5. A mental health and wellness resource fair with over 15 community-based businesses and organizations that offer free and affordable treatment and wellness options.
6. Food, soft drinks, and much more!