ELEPHANT ECHO
Bridging ancestral wisdom and modern Black mental health practices to foster healing and resilience in Black communities across Africa and the diaspora.Like elephants who never forget and care deeply for their community, we preserve cultural knowledge while creating spaces for healing that resonate across the global Black experience. Our Black mental health resources honor traditional wisdom while providing contemporary Black therapy and wellness support.
OUR PROGRAMS
Black Mental Health Resource HubA digital sanctuary where traditional wisdom meets contemporary understanding. We curate culturally relevant Black mental health resources that acknowledge and incorporate African diaspora healing traditions alongside evidence-based Black therapy practices. Access mental health support designed specifically for Black communities worldwide.
Cultural Memory PreservationWe document, digitize, and share healing traditions and cultural wisdom that support Black wellness before they are lost to time. Through oral history collection and community storytelling, we honor the wisdom of elders and traditional healers while preserving African diaspora mental health knowledge.
Virtual Wellness CirclesSupportive online gatherings facilitated by trained volunteers, drawing inspiration from traditional communal healing practices found across Africa and the diaspora. These Black therapy circles create meaningful connections across geographic boundaries while providing mental health support rooted in cultural understanding.
Ready to explore our healing traditions? Our Black Mental Health Resource Hub offers culturally relevant Black mental health resources from across the African diaspora. Complete this simple form to request access.
Black mental health resource hub
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Black Girls SmileBlack Girls Smile provides gender-responsive and culturally-affirming mental wellness education and support geared toward Black women and girls. Founded in 2012, BGS has supported over 10,000 Black women and girls nationally.
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National Organization for People of Color Against Suicide (NOPCAS)NOPCAS was founded by suicide loss survivor, Dr. Donna Barnes, working to reduce the stigma of suicide prevention among communities of color through training and advocacy.
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Love Land FoundationLove Land Foundation is committed to showing up for communities of color in unique and powerful ways, with a particular focus on Black women and girls.
The Steve FundThe Steve Fund's mission is to promote the mental health and emotional well-being of young people of color.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)NAMI's mission is to help families and individuals affected by mental illness through support, education, and advocacy programs nationwide.
TherapyForBlackMen.orgTherapyForBlackMen.org is committed to the mental wellness of Black men and boys.
The Trevor ProjectThe Trevor Project is the world's largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ young people.
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ABOUT ELEPHANT ECHO
Elephant Echo operates with a community-centered approach, bringing together passionate individuals dedicated to honoring Black mental health traditions while fostering new paths to healing across the African diaspora.Founded by a Black mental health professional with extensive experience through the International Mental Health Association, Elephant Echo centers Black experiences and knowledge systems while building on existing networks and partnerships.Our approach honors both ancestral wisdom and contemporary understanding, making culturally responsive Black therapy and mental health resources accessible while preserving Black wellness traditions that might otherwise be lost to time. We bridge traditional healing practices with modern mental health support for communities throughout Africa and the diaspora.
Connect
Join Our JourneyWhether you're interested in accessing Black mental health resources, volunteering your expertise in Black therapy and wellness, or supporting our mission to serve the African diaspora, we'd love to hear from you.Connect with Elephant Echo to explore our Black Mental Health Resource Hub, join Virtual Wellness Circles, or learn how you can contribute to preserving cultural wisdom. Together, we're building stronger mental health support for Black communities worldwide.
support our work
Your generous support helps us preserve and share traditional healing wisdom while building stronger Black mental health connections across African diaspora communities.Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference in our mission to provide Black mental health resources, expand Black therapy access, and honor our collective capacity for healing. Support culturally-rooted mental health support that celebrates and preserves ancestral wisdom.Your donation directly funds:- Black Mental Health Resource Hub development
- Virtual Wellness Circles facilitation
- Cultural preservation and oral history projects
- Training for Black therapy and wellness volunteers
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Elephant Echo" mean?Our name represents how elephants pass down wisdom through generations and maintain community bonds across distances—much like our work preserving cultural healing practices and connecting communities across the African diaspora.
How can I support Elephant Echo's work?You can contribute by sharing your cultural healing knowledge, volunteering skills, amplifying our message, or making a donation to support our programs.
Who is behind Elephant Echo?Elephant Echo was founded by a mental health professional with experience in international settings, supported by a network of volunteers and advisors from across Africa and the diaspora.
Which communities does Elephant Echo serve?We serve Black communities across Africa and the African diaspora, recognizing the diversity of experiences while honoring shared cultural foundations that support mental wellbeing.
How do you ensure cultural authenticity?All our resources and programs are developed with input from cultural knowledge keepers and mental health professionals from the communities we serve.
How do you make resources accessible across different regions?We prioritize digital resources that work with limited bandwidth, offer materials in multiple languages, and partner with local organizations to ensure our resources respect regional contexts and needs.
Are your mental health resources clinical or traditional?We offer both. We recognize the value in evidence-based clinical approaches while honoring traditional healing wisdom that has supported communities for generations. Many of our resources thoughtfully integrate both perspectives.
I'm a mental health professional—how can I get involved?We welcome mental health professionals who share our commitment to culturally responsive care. You can contribute to our Resource Hub, join our network of volunteer facilitators, or help review materials for cultural sensitivity and clinical accuracy.
How do you select which healing traditions to preserve?We work directly with community elders and knowledge keepers who guide our preservation efforts, prioritizing traditions at risk of being lost and those with particularly valuable approaches to mental wellbeing.
Do you offer direct mental health services?Rather than providing direct clinical services, we focus on connecting people with culturally responsive resources, building community support through our Virtual Wellness Circles, and preserving healing traditions that can be incorporated into existing care.
Is Elephant Echo a registered nonprofit?Yes, Elephant Echo is a registered nonprofit organization committed to transparent operations and responsible stewardship of all contributions.