The numbers support the need for this site. Women are at least twice as likely to suffer complex mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Johns Hopkins Medicine ( n.d.) explains that women of color are more likely to shoulder the complex issues that they face, and this can lead to few even seeking a career in the field, as it can be said that only 5% of  those working in the psychology field are women of color, let alone Black women. This can discourage those who may need it or even wish to explore help to not seek it. This is why there is this necessity for this site and the future conversations it can open up for students wishing to support themselves as Black women, or even those who wish to support their peers.

Things to implement for Event Organizers and Counselors

The article Advancing Toward the Psychology of Black Women: Honoring the Past, Present & Future, would be the main theme of the first event, as it looks at the bigger picture of the issues Black women face and have continued to as society progresses and changes. By honoring the past, Understanding the present and building towards a better future, this forum and future seminar can provide humility for those that attend. This will be a big step towards navigating the way Misogyny, Racism, and the personal experiences can lead to poor mental health and how healing can open the door for change in this community that is overlooked.