Black People Die By Suicide Too Podcast

Jordan is joined by WyKisha McKinney, a suicide loss survivor, to discuss her journey of recovery after losing her younger brother to suicide. WyKisha shares her experience with suicidal ideation after her brother’s passing and how she found a way to heal and move forward from that difficult time. As a speaker, mental health advocate, and social entrepreneur, she highlights how supporting others was a key factor in her own recovery process.
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Spotlight
LaQuantae Jackson, a student at Kentucky State University and expectant father, died by suicide on September 28, 2021 at the age of 22.
Resource
The Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors works to decrease stigma, increase understanding of the suicide loss experience, and provide direct support to survivors. ​​They provide online healing support and other services for people who are coping with devasting loss to suicide.
Additional Resources for Suicide Loss Survivors
AFSP - I've Lost Someone
NAMI - Family Support Groups
DSBA - For Friends And Family
American Association of Suicidology
Community Changemaker
Solomon Thomas is a defensive end for the New York Jets and co-founder of The Defensive Line, a non-profit that seeks to end the public health crisis of youth suicide, especially for young people of color, by transforming the way we communicate and connect about mental health. Solomon lost his sister, Ella Elizabeth Thomas, to suicide.
Upcoming Events!
Black & Suicidal Peer Support Group
Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
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Moment of Inspiration:
If you are a suicide loss survivor, like Wykisha or Solomon, you don’t have to feel alone. There are several resources and organizations that can assist you with navigating your grief and pain. Please check out the resources section in the show notes or description box for assistance.
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Jordan is joined by Rafiah Maxie-Cole, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mother, to share her personal journey of healing following the loss of her son, Jamal. During a moment of reflection in Jamal’s room, Rafiah noticed a pair of her son's sneakers and became inspired to support other families in crisis. Rafiah founded the Soul Survivors of Chicago, a non-profit organization committed to suicide prevention within the African-American community.
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Spotlight
Gary Taylor, a husband and father from Kentucky, died by suicide on January 5, 2023 at the age of 42.
Resource
Sole Survivors of Chicago is a non-profit organization dedicated to suicide prevention and the promotion of mental health and wellness in the African-American community. Sole Survivors offers community outreach on mental health and suicide prevention, virtual support groups for individuals impacted by suicide, shoe donations through the “Walk In Purpose” project, and much more.
"We are ONE" Support Group (1st and 3rd Wednesday monthly from 6-7 PM CST; scroll to the bottom of the webpage to connect via Zoom)
Soul Survivors of Chicago on Eventbrite
Makes Me Wanna Holler: Healing from Loss, Learning From Tragedy & Finding Recovery
While the Children Fade

Community Changemaker
Arron Muller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, therapist, speaker, mental health influencer and founder and owner of Modify Wellness, Inc. Arron founded Modify Wellness to help normalize mental health and wellness within the Black community - providing affordable resources, education, and support services.
Upcoming Events!
Black & Suicidal Peer Support Group
Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
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Moment of Inspiration:
We encourage all our listeners and viewers to check in with a male family member or friend. Please share this episode with them and let them know that they are loved and supported.
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T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Jasmine Price, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, to discuss the impact of generational trauma within Black families. Specializing in historical and intergenerational trauma, Jasmine is the founder of Pride of Nyla, a clinical practice that focuses on decolonizing mental health approaches to foster healing and resilience.
Spotlight
Courtney Jamal Dewar, Jr., a New York rapper under the stage name Capital Steez, died by suicide on December 24, 2012 at the age of 19.
Resource
Black Therapists Rock is a non-profit organization that mobilizes over 30,000 mental health professionals committed to reducing the psychological impact of systemic oppression and intergenerational trauma. Founded by Deran Young, LCSW, Black Therapists Rock seeks to organize black mental health professionals towards action in decreasing the stigma and barriers to psychological and social well being among marginalized communities.
Community Changemaker
Shenikka Moore-Clarke, MSW, LICSW, is a licensed holistic psychotherapist and transformational coach who is trauma-informed, culturally conscious, and anti-oppressive. She founded The Healing Vibe, a therapy and coaching practice that strives to help individuals, couples, and groups through a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth.
Upcoming Events!
Black & Suicidal Peer Support Group
Date: October 30, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
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Moment of Inspiration:
We have the ability to break generational trauma by engaging in our own healing. We are not responsible for our trauma but we are responsible for our healing.
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Disclaimer: Information on our platforms about individuals lost to suicide is sourced from loved ones, social media, and news. While we strive for accuracy and sensitivity, the data may be incomplete. If you wish to add or correct information, please email [email protected]. We respect families' wishes and address concerns promptly. Thank you for understanding. Sending love and light!

On this week's episode, Kea's shares what she learned from her recent depression relapse. She encourages us to give ourselves grace, don't believe the negative thoughts and to learn on your support system.
Resources:
National Alliance On Mental Illness to find a free support group in your area.
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