About

Wellness in Black Life (#WIBL) focuses on community-driven definitions of well-being, highlighting the vibrant experiences and contributions of Black men and boys in the U.S.

• Elevate the experiences and voices of Black men and boys
• Ensure shared ownership of data collection and dissemination
• Inform public policy to invest in community well-being

• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas 
• Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs 
• Montgomery County Collaboration Council For Children, Youth and Families
• Urban League of the State of Arkansas 
• W. Haywood Burns Institute 

Support for this project is provided by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions from this project are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation or other funders. Brookings is committed to quality, independence, and impact in all of its work.